Lancaster, MN vs Tyler, MN

Lancaster is moderately more affordable than Tyler, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Lancaster scores 64 compared to 69 for Tyler, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tyler can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lancaster is $680/month compared to $771/month in Tyler — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lancaster is more affordable at $118,200 median vs $143,300.

Median household income in Lancaster is $65,313 compared to $60,417 in Tyler (+8.1%). Lancaster offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lancaster spend roughly 12.5% of their income on rent, less than the 15.3% in Tyler.

Climate-wise, Tyler is notably warmer with an average of 45.1°F compared to 38.4°F in Lancaster. Tyler receives more rainfall at 29.6" per year compared to 22.1" in Lancaster.