Middle River, MN vs Westbrook, MN

Middle River is moderately more affordable than Westbrook, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Middle River scores 52 compared to 58 for Westbrook, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Westbrook can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Middle River is $313/month compared to $621/month in Westbrook — a 50% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Middle River has cheaper rent, Westbrook actually has lower median home values ($73,000 vs $103,500).

Median household income in Middle River is $57,188 compared to $36,667 in Westbrook (+56%). 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 Middle River spend roughly 6.6% of their income on rent, less than the 20.3% in Westbrook.

Climate-wise, Westbrook is notably warmer with an average of 45.4°F compared to 37.7°F in Middle River. Westbrook receives more rainfall at 28" per year compared to 24.3" in Middle River.