International Falls, MN vs Slayton, MN

International Falls is moderately more affordable than Slayton, with a 8.4% lower cost of living index. International Falls scores 63 compared to 69 for Slayton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Slayton 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 $718/month in Slayton — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Slayton has cheaper rent, International Falls actually has lower median home values ($115,000 vs $160,400).

Median household income in International Falls is $61,043 compared to $65,724 in Slayton (-7.1%). The higher salaries in Slayton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of International Falls spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in Slayton.

Climate-wise, Slayton is notably warmer with an average of 45.1°F compared to 37.4°F in International Falls. Slayton receives more rainfall at 29.6" per year compared to 25.4" in International Falls.