Post Falls, Idaho vs. Whitefish, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Whitefish, Montana is 17.3% more expensive than Post Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $49,251 in Whitefish, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Post Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Whitefish, Montana is more expensive than Post Falls, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Whitefish
than in Post Falls, Idaho
Post Falls, ID vs. Whitefish, MT
Compared to Post Falls, Whitefish is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  11.9% lower
  Health
  3.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher