Ellensburg, Washington vs. Whitefish, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Whitefish, Montana is 24.1% more expensive than Ellensburg, Washington.

You would need a salary of $37,230 in Whitefish, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Ellensburg, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Whitefish, Montana is more expensive than Ellensburg, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Whitefish
than in Ellensburg, Washington
Ellensburg, WA vs. Whitefish, MT
Compared to Ellensburg, Whitefish is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  3.3% higher
  Health
  17.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher

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