Columbia Falls, MT vs Havre, MT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Havre is 25.1% cheaper than Columbia Falls. With a cost index of 73 vs 91, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Havre to Columbia Falls should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Columbia Falls is $1,003/month compared to $802/month in Havre — a 25% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Havre is more affordable at $197,600 median vs $346,700.

Median household income in Columbia Falls is $65,313 compared to $58,000 in Havre (+12.6%). The higher salaries in Columbia Falls partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Columbia Falls spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.6% in Havre.