Lewiston, Idaho vs. Whitefish, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Whitefish, Montana is 36.0% more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $135,996 in Whitefish, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewiston, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Whitefish, Montana is more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
155% more expensive in Whitefish
than in Lewiston, Idaho
Lewiston, ID vs. Whitefish, MT
Compared to Lewiston, Whitefish is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.0% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  4.7% lower
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher