Hermantown, MN vs Montrose, MN

Montrose is moderately more affordable than Hermantown, with a 5.4% lower cost of living index. Hermantown scores 103 compared to 98 for Montrose, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hermantown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hermantown is $1,375/month compared to $1,313/month in Montrose — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Montrose is more affordable at $260,100 median vs $374,000.

Median household income in Hermantown is $92,026 compared to $98,832 in Montrose (-6.9%). Montrose offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hermantown spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Montrose.

Climate-wise, Montrose is notably warmer with an average of 46.7°F compared to 40.6°F in Hermantown. Hermantown receives more rainfall at 31.2" per year compared to 30.6" in Montrose.