Ashland, MT vs Wolf Point, MT

Ashland, MT and Wolf Point, MT have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.7% difference in their overall index. Ashland scores 63 while Wolf Point scores 65 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashland is $638/month compared to $730/month in Wolf Point — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ashland has cheaper rent, Wolf Point actually has lower median home values ($124,600 vs $137,500).

Median household income in Ashland is $39,429 compared to $48,750 in Wolf Point (-19.1%). While Wolf Point is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ashland spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Wolf Point.