Rochester, New York vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 34.7% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $67,368 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
291% more expensive in Missoula
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Rochester, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.7% 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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  306.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.2% lower
  Commute
  14.3% lower
  Health
  5.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower