Columbia Falls, MT Cost of Living


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Columbia Falls cost of living score
115.7
More expensive
15.7% higher
than the US average
15.7% higher
than the Montana average
Columbia Falls, Montana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 115.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.7% higher than the U.S. average and 15.7% lower than the average for Montana.

Columbia Falls, MT

Housing costs in Columbia Falls?
A typical home costs $578,600, which is 71.1% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.0% more expensive than the average Montana home, at $441,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Columbia Falls costs $1,390 per month, which is 2.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 28.8% more than the state average of $990.

Can I afford Columbia Falls?
To live comfortably in Columbia Falls, Montana, a minimum annual income of $110,880 for a family, and $42,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Columbia Falls?
The cost of living in Columbia Falls, MT is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. According to BestPlaces, it is 4% cheaper than the national average. Housing costs are especially low, with median rent being only $753 per month. Additionally, groceries and consumer goods tend to be significantly cheaper than other areas of the country. The overall cost of living in Columbia Falls makes it an attractive place for people looking for a more affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesColumbia FallsMontanaUnited States
  115.7100.0100.0
  103.199.6100
  100.999.6100.0
  157.8121.3100.0
  $578,600$441,800$338,100
  79.7%90.7%100.0%
  73.575.2100.0
  106.290.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

Plenty to do outside year round, though void of culture and decent  More

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Over 16 years ago

Columbia Falls is a very laid back blue collar sort of town. There is a wonderful ski resort less than 15 miles away, lakes & rivers only short driving distances away,  More

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