Star, Idaho vs. Bozeman, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bozeman, Montana is 1.3% cheaper than Star, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $88,795 in Bozeman, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Star, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bozeman, Montana is cheaper than Star, Idaho
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
28% cheaper in Bozeman
than in Star, Idaho
Star, ID vs. Bozeman, MT
Compared to Star, Bozeman is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  13.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  28.8% lower
  Health
  2.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher