Glendive, MT vs Roundup, MT

Glendive, MT and Roundup, MT have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.6% difference in their overall index. Glendive scores 72 while Roundup scores 69 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 $886/month in Roundup — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Glendive has cheaper rent, Roundup actually has lower median home values ($118,300 vs $176,900).

Median household income in Glendive is $71,063 compared to $57,632 in Roundup (+23.3%). While Glendive is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Glendive spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, less than the 18.4% in Roundup.

Climate-wise, Roundup 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 Roundup.