Olympia, Washington vs. Columbia Falls, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia Falls, Montana is 0.9% cheaper than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $143,704 in Columbia Falls, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia Falls, Montana is cheaper than Olympia, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Columbia Falls
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Columbia Falls, MT
Compared to Olympia, Columbia Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% higher
  Commute
  19.3% lower
  Health
  15.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher