Libby, MT vs Miles City, MT

Libby is moderately more affordable than Miles City, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Libby scores 71 compared to 76 for Miles City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Miles City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Libby is $679/month compared to $932/month in Miles City — a 27% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Libby has cheaper rent, Miles City actually has lower median home values ($182,700 vs $218,500).

Median household income in Libby is $39,261 compared to $60,732 in Miles City (-35.4%). While Miles City is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Libby spend roughly 20.8% of their income on rent, more than the 18.4% in Miles City.

Climate-wise, Miles City is notably warmer with an average of 46.2°F compared to 38.6°F in Libby. Libby receives more rainfall at 45.1" per year compared to 12.9" in Miles City.