Hamilton, Montana vs. Columbus, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Montana is 5.8% more expensive than Hamilton, Montana.

You would need a salary of $52,894 in Columbus, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Hamilton, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Montana is more expensive than Hamilton, Montana
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
20% more expensive in Columbus
than in Hamilton, Montana
Hamilton, MT vs. Columbus, MT
Compared to Hamilton, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.4% higher
  Commute
  3.6% higher
  Health
  8.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher