McIntosh, MN vs Middle River, MN

Middle River is moderately more affordable than McIntosh, with a 7.4% lower cost of living index. McIntosh scores 55 compared to 52 for Middle River, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of McIntosh can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in McIntosh is $563/month compared to $313/month in Middle River — a 80% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Middle River has cheaper rent, McIntosh actually has lower median home values ($100,700 vs $103,500).

Median household income in McIntosh is $53,750 compared to $57,188 in Middle River (-6%). Middle River offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of McIntosh spend roughly 12.6% of their income on rent, more than the 6.6% in Middle River.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (37.7°F vs 37.7°F). Middle River receives more rainfall at 24.3" per year compared to 24.3" in McIntosh.