Missoula, Montana vs. Mead, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mead, Washington is 2.8% more expensive than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $51,383 in Mead, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mead, Washington is more expensive than Missoula, Montana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
22% more expensive in Mead
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Mead, WA
Compared to Missoula, Mead is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% lower
  Commute
  29.9% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% lower