Hilltop, MN vs Proctor, MN

Hilltop is moderately more affordable than Proctor, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Hilltop scores 72 compared to 80 for Proctor, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Proctor can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hilltop is $1,092/month compared to $1,040/month in Proctor — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Proctor has cheaper rent, Hilltop actually has lower median home values ($24,600 vs $219,500).

Median household income in Hilltop is $47,708 compared to $80,913 in Proctor (-41%). While Proctor is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hilltop spend roughly 27.5% of their income on rent, more than the 15.4% in Proctor.

Climate-wise, Hilltop is notably warmer with an average of 45.8°F compared to 40.6°F in Proctor. Proctor receives more rainfall at 31.2" per year compared to 30.7" in Hilltop.