Zip 59802 (Missoula, MT) Cost of Living


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Missoula cost of living score
112.8
More expensive
12.8% higher
than the US average
12.8% higher
than the Montana average
Missoula (zip 59802), Montana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 112.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 12.8% higher than the U.S. average and 12.8% lower than the average for Montana.

Zip 59802 (Missoula, MT)

Housing costs in Missoula?
A typical home costs $478,400, which is 41.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 8.3% more expensive than the average Montana home, at $441,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Missoula costs $1,070 per month, which is 8.1% more than the national average of $990 and 4.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,120.

Can I afford Missoula?
To live comfortably in Missoula (zip 59802), Montana, a minimum annual income of $91,800 for a family, and $34,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Missoula?
The cost of living in 59802 Missoula, MT is relatively low compared to other cities in the US. According to bestplaces.net, the cost of living index for Missoula is 96.7, which is 4.3 points lower than the national average. It's estimated that a family of four would need an annual income of around $67,000 to live comfortably in Missoula. The median home price in Missoula is around $250,000 and groceries are 13% cheaper than the national average. All these factors make living in 59802 Missoula, MT an attractive proposition for those looking to move to Montana or have financial stability while living there.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMissoulaMontanaUnited States
  112.8100.0100.0
  104.299.6100
  101.799.6100.0
  159.1121.3100.0
  $478,400$441,800$338,100
  85.1%90.7%100.0%
  77.875.2100.0
  111.690.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 2 years ago

I have lived in Missoula for 10 years. I love Missoula. Being in a Valley surrounded by mountains is wonderful. The worst thing about living here is the summer time  More

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