Missoula, Montana vs. Oakdale, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakdale, California is 12.7% more expensive than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $56,334 in Oakdale, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakdale, California is more expensive than Missoula, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
48% more expensive in Oakdale
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Oakdale, CA
Compared to Missoula, Oakdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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)
  26.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.7% higher
  Commute
  48.2% higher
  Health
  1.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher