Dutton, MT vs Poplar, MT

Poplar is moderately more affordable than Dutton, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Dutton scores 67 compared to 61 for Poplar, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dutton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dutton is $788/month compared to $680/month in Poplar — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Poplar is more affordable at $91,700 median vs $129,500.

Median household income in Dutton is $55,469 compared to $45,104 in Poplar (+23%). While Dutton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dutton spend roughly 17% of their income on rent, less than the 18.1% in Poplar.

Climate-wise, Dutton is notably warmer with an average of 44.6°F compared to 40.5°F in Poplar. Dutton receives more rainfall at 14.8" per year compared to 14.2" in Poplar.