Dillon, MT vs Plentywood, MT

Plentywood is moderately more affordable than Dillon, with a 13.7% lower cost of living index. Dillon scores 77 compared to 68 for Plentywood, 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 $755/month in Plentywood — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Plentywood is more affordable at $148,800 median vs $237,500.

Median household income in Dillon is $51,458 compared to $62,163 in Plentywood (-17.2%). Plentywood 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 14.6% in Plentywood.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (41.8°F vs 41.6°F). Plentywood receives more rainfall at 13.7" per year compared to 9.8" in Dillon.