Columbia Falls, MT vs Lockwood, MT

Lockwood is moderately more affordable than Columbia Falls, with a 11% lower cost of living index. Columbia Falls scores 91 compared to 82 for Lockwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Columbia Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Columbia Falls is $1,003/month compared to $995/month in Lockwood — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lockwood is more affordable at $250,900 median vs $346,700.

Median household income in Columbia Falls is $65,313 compared to $74,451 in Lockwood (-12.3%). Lockwood offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Columbia Falls spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Lockwood.