Dillon, MT vs Forsyth, MT

Forsyth is moderately more affordable than Dillon, with a 9.5% lower cost of living index. Dillon scores 77 compared to 70 for Forsyth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dillon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dillon is $821/month compared to $743/month in Forsyth — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Forsyth is more affordable at $185,100 median vs $237,500.

Median household income in Dillon is $51,458 compared to $58,375 in Forsyth (-11.8%). Forsyth offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Dillon spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, more than the 15.3% in Forsyth.

Climate-wise, Forsyth is notably warmer with an average of 46.2°F compared to 41.8°F in Dillon. Forsyth receives more rainfall at 12.9" per year compared to 9.8" in Dillon.