Hill City, MN vs Madison, MN

Hill City, MN and Madison, MN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Hill City scores 69 while Madison scores 70 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hill City is $878/month compared to $920/month in Madison — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hill City is more affordable at $102,900 median vs $104,600.

Median household income in Hill City is $39,583 compared to $56,435 in Madison (-29.9%). While Madison is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hill City spend roughly 26.6% of their income on rent, more than the 19.6% in Madison.

Climate-wise, Madison is notably warmer with an average of 43°F compared to 36.9°F in Hill City. Hill City receives more rainfall at 24.8" per year compared to 22.7" in Madison.