Big Timber, MT vs Ennis, MT

Big Timber is moderately more affordable than Ennis, with a 8.4% lower cost of living index. Big Timber scores 82 compared to 90 for Ennis, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ennis can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Big Timber is $1,009/month compared to $805/month in Ennis — a 25% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ennis has cheaper rent, Big Timber actually has lower median home values ($235,100 vs $402,300).

Median household income in Big Timber is $63,514 compared to $60,880 in Ennis (+4.3%). Big Timber offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Big Timber spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Ennis.