Hector, MN vs Plummer, MN

Plummer is moderately more affordable than Hector, with a 6.8% lower cost of living index. Hector scores 77 compared to 72 for Plummer, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hector can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hector is $1,108/month compared to $859/month in Plummer — a 29% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Plummer has cheaper rent, Hector actually has lower median home values ($124,100 vs $156,300).

Median household income in Hector is $59,762 compared to $91,500 in Plummer (-34.7%). Plummer offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hector spend roughly 22.2% of their income on rent, more than the 11.3% in Plummer.

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