Missoula, Montana vs. Aliso Viejo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aliso Viejo, California is 35.8% more expensive than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $67,886 in Aliso Viejo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aliso Viejo, California is more expensive than Missoula, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Aliso Viejo
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Aliso Viejo, CA
Compared to Missoula, Aliso Viejo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  108.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% higher
  Commute
  43.4% higher
  Health
  8.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher