Vancouver, Washington vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 5.0% cheaper than Vancouver, Washington.

You would need a salary of $41,800 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Vancouver, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is cheaper than Vancouver, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Missoula
than in Vancouver, Washington
Vancouver, WA vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Vancouver, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% higher
  Commute
  37.9% lower
  Health
  11.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower