Glendive, MT vs Havre, MT

Glendive, MT and Havre, MT have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.1% difference in their overall index. Glendive scores 72 while Havre scores 73 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Glendive is $832/month compared to $802/month in Havre — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Havre has cheaper rent, Glendive actually has lower median home values ($176,900 vs $197,600).

Median household income in Glendive is $71,063 compared to $58,000 in Havre (+22.5%). Glendive offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Glendive spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, less than the 16.6% in Havre.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (43.5°F vs 43.6°F). Glendive receives more rainfall at 14.6" per year compared to 11.8" in Havre.