Rochester, New York vs. Kalispell, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kalispell, Montana is 30.5% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $65,264 in Kalispell, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kalispell, Montana is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
304% more expensive in Kalispell
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Kalispell, MT
Compared to Rochester, Kalispell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.5% 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
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  260.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.9% lower
  Commute
  24.0% lower
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower