Lincoln, MT vs Red Lodge, MT

Lincoln is moderately more affordable than Red Lodge, with a 9.1% lower cost of living index. Lincoln scores 79 compared to 87 for Red Lodge, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Red Lodge can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lincoln is $764/month compared to $805/month in Red Lodge — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lincoln is more affordable at $286,200 median vs $374,900.

Median household income in Lincoln is $45,912 compared to $43,857 in Red Lodge (+4.7%). Lincoln offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lincoln spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, less than the 22% in Red Lodge.

Climate-wise, Red Lodge is notably warmer with an average of 48.2°F compared to 43°F in Lincoln. Red Lodge receives more rainfall at 14.3" per year compared to 12.1" in Lincoln.