Polson, Montana vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 12.6% more expensive than Polson, Montana.

You would need a salary of $78,785 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Polson, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is more expensive than Polson, Montana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
59% more expensive in Missoula
than in Polson, Montana
Polson, MT vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Polson, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  3.3% higher
  Health
  1.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher