Lewiston, Idaho vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 19.4% more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $95,506 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewiston, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% more expensive in Missoula
than in Lewiston, Idaho
Lewiston, ID vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Lewiston, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.4% 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
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  0.8% lower
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher