Glendive, MT vs Lockwood, MT

Glendive is moderately more affordable than Lockwood, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Glendive scores 72 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 Glendive is $832/month compared to $995/month in Lockwood — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glendive is more affordable at $176,900 median vs $250,900.

Median household income in Glendive is $71,063 compared to $74,451 in Lockwood (-4.6%). Lockwood does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Glendive spend roughly 14% 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 43.5°F in Glendive. Glendive receives more rainfall at 14.6" per year compared to 14.3" in Lockwood.