Olympia, Washington vs. Kalispell, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kalispell, Montana is 2.9% cheaper than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $48,525 in Kalispell, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kalispell, Montana is cheaper than Olympia, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Kalispell
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Kalispell, MT
Compared to Olympia, Kalispell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% higher
  Commute
  24.4% lower
  Health
  15.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% lower