Glendive, MT vs Pablo, MT

Glendive, MT and Pablo, MT have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.8% difference in their overall index. Glendive scores 72 while Pablo scores 75 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 $715/month in Pablo — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Pablo has cheaper rent, Glendive actually has lower median home values ($176,900 vs $255,200).

Median household income in Glendive is $71,063 compared to $38,430 in Pablo (+84.9%). 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 22.3% in Pablo.

Climate-wise, Pablo is notably warmer with an average of 47.7°F compared to 43.5°F in Glendive. Pablo receives more rainfall at 16.4" per year compared to 14.6" in Glendive.