East Missoula, MT vs Lincoln, MT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Lincoln is 15.3% cheaper than East Missoula. With a cost index of 79 vs 91, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Lincoln to East Missoula should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in East Missoula is $1,039/month compared to $764/month in Lincoln — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lincoln is more affordable at $286,200 median vs $323,900.

Median household income in East Missoula is $65,541 compared to $45,912 in Lincoln (+42.8%). While East Missoula is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of East Missoula spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, less than the 20% in Lincoln.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.2°F vs 43°F). East Missoula receives more rainfall at 14.1" per year compared to 12.1" in Lincoln.