International Falls, MN vs Olivia, MN

International Falls is moderately more affordable than Olivia, with a 8.9% lower cost of living index. International Falls scores 63 compared to 69 for Olivia, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Olivia can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in International Falls is $753/month compared to $740/month in Olivia — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Olivia has cheaper rent, International Falls actually has lower median home values ($115,000 vs $156,600).

Median household income in International Falls is $61,043 compared to $62,683 in Olivia (-2.6%). Olivia does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of International Falls spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, more than the 14.2% in Olivia.

Climate-wise, Olivia is notably warmer with an average of 45.4°F compared to 37.4°F in International Falls. Olivia receives more rainfall at 28" per year compared to 25.4" in International Falls.