Milaca, MN vs Tyler, MN

Tyler is moderately more affordable than Milaca, with a 12.8% lower cost of living index. Milaca scores 78 compared to 69 for Tyler, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Milaca can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Milaca is $854/month compared to $771/month in Tyler — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Tyler is more affordable at $143,300 median vs $184,900.

Median household income in Milaca is $49,063 compared to $60,417 in Tyler (-18.8%). Tyler offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Milaca spend roughly 20.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.3% in Tyler.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (42.9°F vs 45.1°F). Tyler receives more rainfall at 29.6" per year compared to 28.5" in Milaca.