Columbus, MT vs Glendive, MT

Glendive is moderately more affordable than Columbus, with a 12.5% lower cost of living index. Columbus scores 81 compared to 72 for Glendive, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Columbus can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Columbus is $926/month compared to $832/month in Glendive — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glendive is more affordable at $176,900 median vs $264,000.

Median household income in Columbus is $62,500 compared to $71,063 in Glendive (-12%). Glendive offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Columbus spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, more than the 14% in Glendive.