Lewistown, MT vs Wolf Point, MT

Wolf Point is moderately more affordable than Lewistown, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Lewistown scores 73 compared to 65 for Wolf Point, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lewistown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lewistown is $896/month compared to $730/month in Wolf Point — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wolf Point is more affordable at $124,600 median vs $159,500.

Median household income in Lewistown is $44,195 compared to $48,750 in Wolf Point (-9.3%). Wolf Point offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lewistown spend roughly 24.3% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Wolf Point.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (43.1°F vs 43°F). Lewistown receives more rainfall at 17.2" per year compared to 12.2" in Wolf Point.