Montpelier, ID vs Troy, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Montpelier is 19.9% cheaper than Troy. With a cost index of 67 vs 84, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Montpelier to Troy should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Montpelier is $639/month compared to $958/month in Troy — a 33% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Montpelier is more affordable at $185,600 median vs $270,800.

Median household income in Montpelier is $52,212 compared to $87,589 in Troy (-40.4%). While Troy is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Montpelier spend roughly 14.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in Troy.