Missoula, Montana vs. Columbia Falls, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia Falls, Montana is 1.1% cheaper than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $98,930 in Columbia Falls, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia Falls, Montana is cheaper than Missoula, Montana
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
7% cheaper in Columbia Falls
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Columbia Falls, MT
Compared to Missoula, Columbia Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.1% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  0.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher