Payette, Idaho vs. Kalispell, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kalispell, Montana is 31.3% more expensive than Payette, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $65,659 in Kalispell, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Payette, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kalispell, Montana is more expensive than Payette, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% more expensive in Kalispell
than in Payette, Idaho
Payette, ID vs. Kalispell, MT
Compared to Payette, Kalispell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% 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
  14.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% lower
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  1.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher