Gilbert, MN vs Halstad, MN

Gilbert is moderately more affordable than Halstad, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Gilbert scores 58 compared to 64 for Halstad, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Halstad can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gilbert is $598/month compared to $690/month in Halstad — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Gilbert has cheaper rent, Halstad actually has lower median home values ($114,800 vs $116,200).

Median household income in Gilbert is $62,625 compared to $67,857 in Halstad (-7.7%). The higher salaries in Halstad partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Gilbert spend roughly 11.5% of their income on rent, less than the 12.2% in Halstad.

Climate-wise, Halstad is notably warmer with an average of 42.2°F compared to 36.9°F in Gilbert. Gilbert receives more rainfall at 24.8" per year compared to 24" in Halstad.