Arroyo Grande, California vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 26.8% cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California.

You would need a salary of $51,254 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Arroyo Grande, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Missoula
than in Arroyo Grande, California
Arroyo Grande, CA vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Arroyo Grande, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.8% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  18.1% lower
  Health
  6.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower