Boulder, MT vs Hardin, MT

Boulder, MT and Hardin, MT have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.3% difference in their overall index. Boulder scores 69 while Hardin scores 66 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 Boulder is $692/month compared to $726/month in Hardin — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Boulder has cheaper rent, Hardin actually has lower median home values ($142,800 vs $194,800).

Median household income in Boulder is $61,250 compared to $60,463 in Hardin (+1.3%). Boulder does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Boulder spend roughly 13.6% of their income on rent, less than the 14.4% in Hardin.