Olympia, Washington vs. Whitefish, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Whitefish, Montana is 14.1% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $57,060 in Whitefish, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Whitefish, Montana is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Whitefish
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Whitefish, MT
Compared to Olympia, Whitefish is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% higher
  Commute
  18.2% lower
  Health
  15.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher