Pocatello, Idaho vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 29.9% more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $84,432 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocatello, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% more expensive in Missoula
than in Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello, ID vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Pocatello, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.9% 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
  14.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  4.4% higher
  Health
  5.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher