Houston, Texas vs. Thompson Falls, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Thompson Falls, Montana is 8.3% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $45,864 in Thompson Falls, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Thompson Falls, Montana is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
43% cheaper in Thompson Falls
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Thompson Falls, MT
Compared to Houston, Thompson Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.3% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  36.8% lower
  Health
  4.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower