Churchill, MT vs Montana City, MT

Montana City is moderately more affordable than Churchill, with a 14.7% lower cost of living index. Churchill scores 128 compared to 111 for Montana City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Churchill can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Churchill is $1,479/month compared to $1,206/month in Montana City — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Montana City is more affordable at $519,100 median vs $588,800.

Median household income in Churchill is $95,550 compared to $125,223 in Montana City (-23.7%). Montana City offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Churchill spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, more than the 11.6% in Montana City.