Columbia Falls, Montana vs. Athol, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athol, Idaho is 19.1% more expensive than Columbia Falls, Montana.

You would need a salary of $59,558 in Athol, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia Falls, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athol, Idaho is more expensive than Columbia Falls, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Athol
than in Columbia Falls, Montana
Columbia Falls, MT vs. Athol, ID
Compared to Columbia Falls, Athol is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.1% higher
      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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  33.1% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower