Carmel, Indiana vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 2.1% cheaper than Carmel, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $29,371 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Carmel, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is cheaper than Carmel, Indiana
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
36% cheaper in Missoula
than in Carmel, Indiana
Carmel, IN vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Carmel, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  14.3% lower
  Health
  2.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% lower