Missoula, Montana vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 36.8% more expensive than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $75 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Missoula, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Boston
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Missoula, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.8% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  97.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.6% higher
  Commute
  69.8% higher
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.5% higher