Cost of Living Calculator - Chico, California vs Columbia Falls, Montana


The cost of living in Columbia Falls, Montana is 3.1% cheaper than Chico, California.

You would need a salary of $48,428 in Columbia Falls, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chico, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia Falls, Montana is cheaper than Chico, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
22% cheaper in Columbia Falls
than in Chico, California
Chico, CA vs Columbia Falls, MT
Compared to Chico, Columbia Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.1% lower
  Commute
  13.4% lower
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower

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