Lanesboro, MN vs Staples, MN

Lanesboro is moderately more affordable than Staples, with a 7.7% lower cost of living index. Lanesboro scores 64 compared to 69 for Staples, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Staples can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lanesboro is $532/month compared to $856/month in Staples — a 38% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lanesboro has cheaper rent, Staples actually has lower median home values ($119,300 vs $186,900).

Median household income in Lanesboro is $80,000 compared to $51,506 in Staples (+55.3%). Lanesboro offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lanesboro spend roughly 8% of their income on rent, less than the 19.9% in Staples.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (44.8°F vs 42.2°F). Lanesboro receives more rainfall at 34.7" per year compared to 24.5" in Staples.