Troy, MT vs Wolf Point, MT

Troy, MT and Wolf Point, MT have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.1% difference in their overall index. Troy scores 65 while Wolf Point scores 65 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Troy is $573/month compared to $730/month in Wolf Point — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Troy has cheaper rent, Wolf Point actually has lower median home values ($124,600 vs $182,100).

Median household income in Troy is $36,641 compared to $48,750 in Wolf Point (-24.8%). While Wolf Point is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Troy spend roughly 18.8% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Wolf Point.

Climate-wise, Wolf Point is notably warmer with an average of 43°F compared to 38.6°F in Troy. Troy receives more rainfall at 45.1" per year compared to 12.2" in Wolf Point.