Glenwood, MN vs Houston, MN

Houston is moderately more affordable than Glenwood, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Glenwood scores 74 compared to 69 for Houston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Glenwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Glenwood is $830/month compared to $815/month in Houston — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Houston is more affordable at $152,100 median vs $181,000.

Median household income in Glenwood is $45,735 compared to $50,667 in Houston (-9.7%). Houston offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Glenwood spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 19.3% in Houston.

Climate-wise, Houston is notably warmer with an average of 48.8°F compared to 42.5°F in Glenwood. Houston receives more rainfall at 35.2" per year compared to 24.1" in Glenwood.