Payson, Arizona vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 13.8% more expensive than Payson, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $56,904 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Payson, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is more expensive than Payson, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Missoula
than in Payson, Arizona
Payson, AZ vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Payson, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% 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
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% lower
  Commute
  4.9% higher
  Health
  4.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher