Anaconda-Deer Lodge County, MT vs Sidney, MT

Anaconda-Deer Lodge County is moderately more affordable than Sidney, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Anaconda-Deer Lodge County scores 69 compared to 80 for Sidney, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sidney can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County is $661/month compared to $890/month in Sidney — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Anaconda-Deer Lodge County is more affordable at $209,700 median vs $249,100.

Median household income in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County is $49,533 compared to $62,992 in Sidney (-21.4%). While Sidney is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Anaconda-Deer Lodge County spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, less than the 17% in Sidney.