Deer Lodge, MT vs Evergreen, MT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Deer Lodge is 19.1% cheaper than Evergreen. With a cost index of 72 vs 89, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Deer Lodge to Evergreen should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Deer Lodge is $781/month compared to $1,140/month in Evergreen — a 32% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Deer Lodge is more affordable at $196,400 median vs $271,700.

Median household income in Deer Lodge is $53,676 compared to $73,015 in Evergreen (-26.5%). While Evergreen is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Deer Lodge spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in Evergreen.

Climate-wise, Deer Lodge is notably warmer with an average of 43°F compared to 39.5°F in Evergreen. Evergreen receives more rainfall at 26.1" per year compared to 12.1" in Deer Lodge.