Cost of Living Calculator - Madera, California vs Laurel, Montana


The cost of living in Laurel, Montana is 5.2% cheaper than Madera, California.

You would need a salary of $47,376 in Laurel, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Madera, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Montana is cheaper than Madera, California
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
16% cheaper in Laurel
than in Madera, California
Madera, CA vs Laurel, MT
Compared to Madera, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  15.0% lower
  Health
  2.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher

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