Big Timber, MT vs Glasgow, MT

Glasgow is moderately more affordable than Big Timber, with a 12.1% lower cost of living index. Big Timber scores 82 compared to 74 for Glasgow, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Big Timber 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 $794/month in Glasgow — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glasgow is more affordable at $206,000 median vs $235,100.

Median household income in Big Timber is $63,514 compared to $76,985 in Glasgow (-17.5%). Glasgow 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 12.4% in Glasgow.