Big Sky, Montana vs. Johnston, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Johnston, Iowa is 16.4% cheaper than Big Sky, Montana.

You would need a salary of $41,797 in Johnston, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Big Sky, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johnston, Iowa is cheaper than Big Sky, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Johnston
than in Big Sky, Montana
Big Sky, MT vs. Johnston, IA
Compared to Big Sky, Johnston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.4% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  1.2% lower
  Health
  0.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower