Sandy, Oregon vs. Columbia Falls, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia Falls, Montana is 10.7% cheaper than Sandy, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $44,646 in Columbia Falls, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandy, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia Falls, Montana is cheaper than Sandy, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% cheaper in Columbia Falls
than in Sandy, Oregon
Sandy, OR vs. Columbia Falls, MT
Compared to Sandy, Columbia Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  47.1% lower
  Health
  10.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% lower