Preston, Idaho vs. Billings, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Billings, Montana is 0.8% cheaper than Preston, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $49,575 in Billings, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Preston, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Billings, Montana is cheaper than Preston, Idaho
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
14% cheaper in Billings
than in Preston, Idaho
Preston, ID vs. Billings, MT
Compared to Preston, Billings is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  11.9% lower
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.7% higher