Hamilton, MT vs Stevensville, MT

Hamilton is moderately more affordable than Stevensville, with a 5.1% lower cost of living index. Hamilton scores 86 compared to 91 for Stevensville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Stevensville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hamilton is $958/month compared to $1,013/month in Stevensville — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hamilton is more affordable at $299,800 median vs $336,500.

Median household income in Hamilton is $52,917 compared to $52,745 in Stevensville (+0.3%). Hamilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamilton spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, less than the 23% in Stevensville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.2°F vs 45.2°F). Stevensville receives more rainfall at 14.1" per year compared to 14.1" in Hamilton.