Cost of Living Calculator - Alameda, California vs Missoula, Montana


The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 46.6% cheaper than Alameda, California.

You would need a salary of $40,050 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is cheaper than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Missoula
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs Missoula, MT
Compared to Alameda, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.6% 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
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  38.1% lower
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% lower

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