Missoula, Montana vs. Puyallup, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Puyallup, Washington is 12.0% more expensive than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $84,032 in Puyallup, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Puyallup, Washington is more expensive than Missoula, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
59% more expensive in Puyallup
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Puyallup, WA
Compared to Missoula, Puyallup is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  59.7% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.4% higher