Glasgow, MT vs Lockwood, MT

Glasgow is moderately more affordable than Lockwood, with a 10.7% lower cost of living index. Glasgow scores 74 compared to 82 for Lockwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lockwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Glasgow is $794/month compared to $995/month in Lockwood — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glasgow is more affordable at $206,000 median vs $250,900.

Median household income in Glasgow is $76,985 compared to $74,451 in Lockwood (+3.4%). Glasgow offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Glasgow spend roughly 12.4% of their income on rent, less than the 16% in Lockwood.

Climate-wise, Lockwood is notably warmer with an average of 48.2°F compared to 43.9°F in Glasgow. Lockwood receives more rainfall at 14.3" per year compared to 13.4" in Glasgow.