Missoula, Montana vs. Star, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Star, Idaho is 13.3% more expensive than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $56,646 in Star, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Star, Idaho is more expensive than Missoula, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Star
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Star, ID
Compared to Missoula, Star is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.3% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% higher
  Commute
  29.1% higher
  Health
  1.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower