Spring Grove, MN vs Two Harbors, MN

Two Harbors is moderately more affordable than Spring Grove, with a 5.4% lower cost of living index. Spring Grove scores 76 compared to 73 for Two Harbors, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Spring Grove can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Spring Grove is $1,074/month compared to $879/month in Two Harbors — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Two Harbors has cheaper rent, Spring Grove actually has lower median home values ($148,200 vs $187,100).

Median household income in Spring Grove is $60,221 compared to $62,885 in Two Harbors (-4.2%). Two Harbors offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Spring Grove spend roughly 21.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.8% in Two Harbors.

Climate-wise, Spring Grove is notably warmer with an average of 48.8°F compared to 40.6°F in Two Harbors. Spring Grove receives more rainfall at 35.2" per year compared to 31.2" in Two Harbors.