Thompson Falls, Montana vs. Tehachapi, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tehachapi, California is 20.8% more expensive than Thompson Falls, Montana.

You would need a salary of $60,388 in Tehachapi, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Thompson Falls, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tehachapi, California is more expensive than Thompson Falls, Montana
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
130% more expensive in Tehachapi
than in Thompson Falls, Montana
Thompson Falls, MT vs. Tehachapi, CA
Compared to Thompson Falls, Tehachapi is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.8% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  130.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.4% higher
  Commute
  32.6% higher
  Health
  8.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% higher