Libby, MT vs Superior, MT

Libby is moderately more affordable than Superior, with a 5% lower cost of living index. Libby scores 71 compared to 75 for Superior, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Superior 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 $682/month in Superior — a 0% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Libby is more affordable at $218,500 median vs $260,300.

Median household income in Libby is $39,261 compared to $43,750 in Superior (-10.3%). While Superior 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 18.7% in Superior.

Climate-wise, Superior is notably warmer with an average of 47.7°F compared to 38.6°F in Libby. Libby receives more rainfall at 45.1" per year compared to 16.4" in Superior.