Malta, MT vs Muddy, MT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Muddy is 18.8% cheaper than Malta. With a cost index of 55 vs 65, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Muddy to Malta should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Malta is $693/month compared to $404/month in Muddy — a 72% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Muddy is more affordable at $120,200 median vs $139,000.

Median household income in Malta is $59,449 compared to $48,409 in Muddy (+22.8%). While Malta is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Malta spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, more than the 10% in Muddy.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (43.9°F vs 45.4°F). Muddy receives more rainfall at 14.9" per year compared to 13.4" in Malta.