Richland, Washington vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 11.9% more expensive than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $55,938 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is more expensive than Richland, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Missoula
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Richland, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  2.6% lower
  Health
  17.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher