Oakdale, California vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 11.2% cheaper than Oakdale, California.

You would need a salary of $66,568 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is cheaper than Oakdale, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Missoula
than in Oakdale, California
Oakdale, CA vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Oakdale, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.9% lower
  Commute
  32.5% lower
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower