Hallock, MN vs Wells, MN

Wells is moderately more affordable than Hallock, with a 11.9% lower cost of living index. Hallock scores 70 compared to 62 for Wells, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hallock can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hallock is $858/month compared to $699/month in Wells — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wells is more affordable at $93,200 median vs $125,000.

Median household income in Hallock is $65,543 compared to $58,663 in Wells (+11.7%). The higher salaries in Hallock partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hallock spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, more than the 14.3% in Wells.

Climate-wise, Wells is notably warmer with an average of 45.6°F compared to 38.4°F in Hallock. Wells receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 22.1" in Hallock.