Tyler, MN vs Willow River, MN

Tyler is moderately more affordable than Willow River, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Tyler scores 69 compared to 73 for Willow River, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Willow River can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Tyler is $771/month compared to $758/month in Willow River — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Willow River has cheaper rent, Tyler actually has lower median home values ($143,300 vs $197,700).

Median household income in Tyler is $60,417 compared to $52,188 in Willow River (+15.8%). 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 Tyler spend roughly 15.3% of their income on rent, less than the 17.4% in Willow River.

Climate-wise, Tyler is notably warmer with an average of 45.1°F compared to 41.4°F in Willow River. Willow River receives more rainfall at 33.3" per year compared to 29.6" in Tyler.