Columbus, Montana vs. Melrose, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melrose, Massachusetts is 59.2% more expensive than Columbus, Montana.

You would need a salary of $79,585 in Melrose, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melrose, Massachusetts is more expensive than Columbus, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Melrose
than in Columbus, Montana
Columbus, MT vs. Melrose, MA
Compared to Columbus, Melrose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.2% higher
      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
  13.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  199.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  31.7% higher
  Health
  4.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.4% higher