Hanley Falls, MN vs McIntosh, MN

McIntosh is moderately more affordable than Hanley Falls, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Hanley Falls scores 59 compared to 55 for McIntosh, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hanley Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hanley Falls is $628/month compared to $563/month in McIntosh — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while McIntosh has cheaper rent, Hanley Falls actually has lower median home values ($76,700 vs $100,700).

Median household income in Hanley Falls is $57,917 compared to $53,750 in McIntosh (+7.8%). While Hanley Falls is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hanley Falls spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, more than the 12.6% in McIntosh.

Climate-wise, Hanley Falls is notably warmer with an average of 45.4°F compared to 37.7°F in McIntosh. Hanley Falls receives more rainfall at 28" per year compared to 24.3" in McIntosh.