Washington, District of Columbia vs. Bozeman, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bozeman, Montana is 16.8% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $91,521 in Bozeman, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bozeman, Montana is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% cheaper in Bozeman
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Bozeman, MT
Compared to Washington, Bozeman is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.8% lower
      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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.3% lower
  Commute
  47.3% lower
  Health
  7.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower