Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Kalispell, Montana


The cost of living in Kalispell, Montana is 12.8% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $84,579 in Kalispell, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kalispell, Montana is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Kalispell
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Kalispell, MT
Compared to Johnston, Kalispell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% lower
  Commute
  9.0% lower
  Health
  1.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher

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