What is the Cost of Living in Montana?
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Күн бұрынWhat is the cost of living in Montana? There are many factors that contribute to these costs here and we cover health, transportation, utilities, and the biggest factor how much does it cost to buy a house in Montana.
Many people want to move to Montana but they have no idea how much it costs to live in Montana. There are many great places to live in Montana and we will tell you how much it will cost to live here. Montana is one of the most beautiful states in the country and one of the most desirable places to live. Montana Real Estate is always in high demand!
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@alexrosario6967 3 жыл бұрын
I live in Brooklyn, New York city. I've given NYC my all and I'm ready for peace, tranquility, bike trails and beautiful nature. Thank u for the video.
@cvachon7 3 жыл бұрын
Know that feeling.... I left Park Slope in 2010.
@DavidLBrown-rm2mm 3 жыл бұрын
watching from Chattanooga TN we are waiting for our home that we just built 2 years ago to sell. We are going to be moving to Kalispell and build when this happens. Been wanting to move there since a visit 38 years ago but... well life happens. Now is the time to, as I say move home.
@mrgrey5759 2 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Chattanooga
@ameriachiiam8707 3 жыл бұрын
Would like to see comparison between winters and summers, rain and droughts, tornados, flooding, etc. New sub. Thanks!
@suzieparis6821 3 жыл бұрын
S N O W
@kaseylee1152 2 жыл бұрын
Tacoma WA, thank you so much for your videos and the fact that you offer your services for new family's moving to Montana I think that is very nice thing today so thank you guys.
@BetterCallSauS 3 жыл бұрын
Edmonton, Alberta. Anytime I drove through Montana in a semi was a memorable experience. Often challenging in winter, but I enjoyed it honestly. Maybe someday we will immigrate.
@hksmike8429 3 жыл бұрын
As someone who grew up in Kalispell, I really enjoy your videos. In addition to a cost living comparison, it may be useful to compare the average family incomes of the cities you mentioned in the video and Kalispell. It may be eye opening for families considering the move. I'd also recommend a video of the valley in January and February so people see the complete picture.
@michellemcmanus3717 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed! Winters in MT can be both beautiful and brutal.
@dukeman7595 3 жыл бұрын
@@michellemcmanus3717 Brutal winters..
@WiscoViking 2 жыл бұрын
I can’t find a place to rent out there that isn’t $2000
@thomashammack2635 2 жыл бұрын
Living in South Carolina. Love montana!!
@Boonz84 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information. Watching from Grand Mesa, CO
@viviannereynoso3591 3 жыл бұрын
Seriously so sweet, this video was so helpful and informative. I’m a young adult living in Manhattan, NY looking to move to MT very soon, and am navigating exploring virtually through videos such as yours to try to find my right fit. Thank you for this break down. It’s so refreshing and comforting to hear such good people make this place so great and accessible to transition to if one is looking to do so.
@viviannereynoso3591 3 жыл бұрын
Look forward to learn some more! Thanks for the information!
@jeanetteversey8640 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Dublin. Ireland! A Montana road trip is on our holiday wish list!
@ericajones2537 3 жыл бұрын
My best friend is in Plains, and I am MORE THAN READY to move here! Beautiful, affordable and out of " dirty south" . NOLA SUCKS AND I HATE THIS CLIMATE/hurricanes, flooding,etc.) From Chicago originally.....
@jlawrence0181 3 жыл бұрын
Physicians are moving to the Great Plains and Mountain States as the salaries of MOST specialties are much higher in those areas than they are in California and New York City. And of course , the living cost is much lower. Despite this, there is a significant shortage in physicians in Montana in RURAL areas, especially in primary care practices. Any one retiring to Montana must make sure that they live in the vicinity that has the medical specialty that they require. In addition, if you decide to live in a resort area, you will find it more difficult to receive care dueing the high tourist season.
@maggiehastings3883 3 жыл бұрын
BS i live in Montana and all we have in the whole damn state is a bunch of nurse practitioners and and a few doc's that graduated last in their class. people die here because of incompantacy every day
@PhotoLabMP 2 жыл бұрын
@@maggiehastings3883 The main comment clearly stated that there's a "significant shortage of physicians". That's exactly why there are Nurse Practitioners and not enough doctors.
@DerekDeVille 3 жыл бұрын
Great info!
@truckerron 3 жыл бұрын
I love Montana in the summer and fall, but the winter leading into spring is what stops me from moving there. I hate the fact that you guys get 13 feet of snow in the winter! Snow stops you a lot of time from doing the things you want to do. Weather affects a lot and that's why Arizona and Nevada are the fastest growing areas in the US!!
@marcusdismas 3 жыл бұрын
depending upon where you are. there are places that get big wet dumps in nov/dec and in mar/apr. other places just get more dry cold and wind. you have to follow around and do the research from the localities.
@kah252 3 жыл бұрын
Also, here in AZ you’re spending 2 months inside because of how hot it is during the summer. Just depends on what you want to deal with.
@truckerron 3 жыл бұрын
@@kah252 I've lived in Phoenix for 23 years and yes the heat sucks! But I'd rather deal with the heat than 7 months of freezing crappy weather in the twin cities of MN where I was born and raised!!
@saintejeannedarc9460 3 жыл бұрын
I'm about to look into the weather more. It won't be too much of a shock for me if we move from Ontario. I few decrees warmer and a month less winter, and I'd be ecstatic. I looked into S. Dakota (we don't want to leave one communist hell for another, so looking at very conservative states) and I've found the weather and seasons to be about the same there w/ also 7 months of winter and near identical weather patterns.
@captainvanaroo1729 3 жыл бұрын
@@saintejeannedarc9460 I am from Canada too forget Alberta and Saskatchewan there going communist 100% they arrested pastors 10 times in Alberta all the crappy county’s south of Calgary have insane big city ordinances no camping no vehicles no dogs no storage containers no this no that I am taking about towns with 5 people living there and high taxes the difference between Alberta and Montana is like east and west Germany during the Cold War.
@lindapierce8204 3 жыл бұрын
I live in Astoria, Oregon and would like to move to a quiet, less expensive place. Montana is so beautiful!
@kathyb3606 3 жыл бұрын
Aren't you a libtard that had voted for BUllS**T that ruined Oregon?
@jake.porter 3 жыл бұрын
@@kathyb3606 you seem friendly
@davidshubin2889 3 жыл бұрын
Kathy B I live in Oregon and can say first hand not everyone here is a liberal
@Bonita20us 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for doing these awesome informational videos! Looking to move to beautiful Montana from Portland, OR area… :)
@mikerojas8183 3 жыл бұрын
I will move there in 5 years. I will comeback to this comment section 🤙
@Nectarine333 3 жыл бұрын
Same!!
@jillm.3027 2 жыл бұрын
I am watching from my home which is near San Antonio, TX. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about Montana and especially the differences in the cost of living there. Although I do not enjoy cold climates, I would love to come and stay for a while in the summer and see all your beautiful sights such as Glacier National Park. I have never visited your state but hope to in the future! Thanks for a great video! I have subscribed and look forward to your next one!
@stephenscott6570 3 жыл бұрын
I’m retired and living outside Raleigh, NC although I have lived in 9 states, 7 west of Mississippi River (including Wooming and Alaska) and 3 foreign countries. After a recent 52 day trailer trip back out west (and a 35 day one in 2018) I really miss western US. During my recent trip I only drove through Montana going from Cody to Craters of the Moon in Idaho, although I overnighted in Butte, MT Walmart parking lot on the way. As a geoscientist I love looking at rocks and wildlife and hiking and have been thinking of moving to Wyoming, Idaho or Colorado (Grand Junction) to at least spend out a few more years of my life ( and access to public land for hiking is terrible in eastern US because it is limited). Your videos have intrigued me and started making me consider Montana, so I say thank you.
@helenhoward9704 Жыл бұрын
Fun watching your videos. I'm watching from Bullhead City, Az where I spend the winters. I spend my summers in Montana, volunteering at a campground on the Missouri River and spending my days off exploring and enjoying the state. Thanks for all the great information.
@peterhanna7107 3 жыл бұрын
GR8 & highly informational down to earth videos. I'm in Princeton / New Brunswick , NEW JERSEY area. Retired Police & Marine. I'm only in NJ staying nearby my kids...otherwise I'd be in Montana. Still thinking about it !
@JamesLilly 3 жыл бұрын
I love watching your channel and have only been to the part of Montana near Yellowstone. I'm from Omaha, Nebraska and would be curious about the comparisons you mentioned.. Thank you!!
@crookedcornerfarm1796 2 жыл бұрын
Watxhing from Southern New Mexico! Always wanted to visit the big sky state and thinking about moving there! Thanks for all the info!
@Brutaga 2 жыл бұрын
I live in the South Island of New Zealand and I truly enjoy your channel. Montana appears to be heaven on earth and where I live is also in a remote area so I can appreciate what Montana has to offer. Anyway that’s enough from me and best wishes to you all.
@linadocken6389 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info we are moving to Columbus Mt. next spring. We are so excited we live in Port Orchard Wa.
@johnnydough8841 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Send me your address. I’ll rent a room from you. 😏
@benjaminpulinaria3909 3 жыл бұрын
Iam watching from Bridgeport CT l really like your video, you are doing amazing job shering your information.
@d.vaders1178 2 жыл бұрын
We have a primary residence in the Seattle area and a second home in Libby. We find the costs to be quite on par with one another after 5 years of second home ownership.Even fuel is only about $0.20 difference per gallon (lower in MT) and Washington has a gas tax somewhere about $0.73 per gallon. The availability of services is much lower here in MT because there seems to be fewer people who want to work. Took us 3 years to get lawn care and house cleaning (housecleaning is now in danger for us in year 5…she cannot find workers), firewood is hard to find…we are on our third provider in 5 years, winter snowplow guy has informed he will not be plowing in winter 2022, we are finally able to have a new shop constructed after waiting for available contractor since 2019. Finally getting my carpets cleaned this spring, they could not fit us in last fall. We had a 4 month wait to get new HVAC installed. Amazon orders used to deliver in 2-3 days, but now takes 7-9 which leases to higher cost on some things if you need to get them at the grocery or hardware stores in this smaller town. I’m hoping more young families with blue collar hard working parents move in. You could choose your own income if you are willing to start a service business. I believe a lawn care dad and a house cleaning mom would clear a very comfortable 6 figure post tax income just working 5 days a week. Further more, skilled trades folks (plumbers, electricians, etc) could also be highly successful in new business startups. We find ourselves wishing we were 20 years younger rather than retiring.
@wingding028 3 жыл бұрын
watching from ireland
@marcusdismas 3 жыл бұрын
are your eyes still smiling? if not, then some "jamie" should help!
@knucklehead4726 3 жыл бұрын
We’re in Commifornia our son got a remote job so we will be following them to Kalispell area this summer when there kids are out of school. Homes in my neighborhood typically sell in a few days so will be selling in 6-10 weeks and moving to our cabin while we look for land in Montana. I am sure contractors are busy and we want to have a timber frame home built. Your videos are very informative and my son has talked to you in the past about moving when he secured a job that would allow his family to relocate. Now that he secured a remote job in his field we are close to a new adventure. Look forward to contacting you soon.
@johnnyc9295 3 жыл бұрын
Viewing from Casa Grande Az!!!! Great Vid!!!
@susanhabeler3908 2 жыл бұрын
Very well prepared and presented.
@Chiefbuzzbee 3 жыл бұрын
Ashland, New Hampshire but from the West, I’m a Combat disabled Vet and retired from the fire service. The fire service was my first experience with Montana fighting forest fires there. Fell in love with the beautiful country ! But now to old to build a log cabin and live way out. How do the treat Veterans, retired folks and a California who moved out as fast as he could because he hated how it had turned into a mess !
@d.vaders1178 2 жыл бұрын
I would say that retired combat vets would feel very comfortable here in the land of guns, God and country…where folks are commonly seeking a space away from other folks. I still see women with the fake nails, calico kitty streaked hair, driving vanity cars and wearing sparkle butt jeans, but they are the exception not the rule. Same with guys wearing wife beaters, poorly executed tattoos, driving hoopty rust bucket trucks, dirty trucker hats and Duck Dynasty hair styles…the exception not the rule. Most people are real looking and acting with respect for the members of their community and the privacy they want. Our little town of Libby, MT is a very pleasant and friendly place…it was my first WOW impression when we first bought in 2017.
@ScoutBobrman862 3 жыл бұрын
I would love to live in Montana. But my the cold isn’t kind to my wife’s sinusitis issues and she absolutely doesn’t like the cold. Montana is the North American Garden of Eden. I’ve driven through Montana delivering merchandise to Home Depot’s up there. It’s heaven!! Very rare to see people just stop on the side of the road and jump into a clean river. You do that any place else and you’ll be running to the emergency room with skin issues!!
@faithvalentin1403 3 жыл бұрын
GARDEN OF EDEN? ITS MOUNTAINS N SNOW??
@NYPrepper 4 жыл бұрын
Where would you recommend for an engaged couple to rent a small house or apartment that's in a nice city but still close to the mountains and not too much noise/crowds. Budget for rental would be $1500 max, cheaper is better as we want to save for a house. Coming from NY state about 2 hours north of NYC.
@LivinginMontana1 4 жыл бұрын
NYPrepper I would try the Kalispell or Hamilton area.
@NYPrepper 4 жыл бұрын
@@LivinginMontana1 thanks awesome channel and information
@WhoWouldWantThisName 3 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate this breakdown you've done for us. To be fair though these cities like Seattle and LA are going to have far higher average home costs than the areas around them yet only 15 minutes away. I think a better comparison would be these places compared to the most expensive city in Montana. You could also use Kalispell vs many other areas around Seattle that have an average home cost of more on the order of $400-$450k. Still significantly higher but probably closer to a comp to the neighborhoods of Kalispell. In the greater Seattle area there are decent neighborhoods in the smaller cities and towns where that average is even lower. I don't know Kalispell at all so I can't really compare them, I just know that when cities list average home prices it is typically way high due to the palaces and the downtown neighborhoods that are crazy expensive throwing the numbers all askew. Most people can't, and don't, live in areas like that. Bozeman, or however you spell it, might be a more comparable city to Seattle or LA in terms of prices.
@christinejurmann7600 3 жыл бұрын
These are the best videos ever!!! I am in Pittsburgh. I would really appreciate a comparison to here when you have time. Thank You!
@davepett6531 3 жыл бұрын
Currently live in Michigan and we’re looking to move there . Love you videos
@beckycrowder804 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your helpful information! We live in Mt Shasta, Ca.
@michellemcmanus3717 3 жыл бұрын
Billings, MT visit whitefish/Seeley and Kalispell often as we have friends and family there.
@laurahegarty2929 3 жыл бұрын
Tampa bay , Florida. I enjoy watching your video. Nice to know the cost of living in your City. My family & I, visited Kalispell, Whitefish, Glacier NP last month. I like Montana but I don’t think I like you winter.
@MRHEAT20 3 жыл бұрын
Arvada Colorado- we did work at YELLOWSTONE National Park 2017 to 2019 and loved it and want to move back 🍻
@darrindedman8165 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Jacksonville FL. Born and partly raised in Deerlodge. Extensive family history there in DL and MT.. please keep up the good work and videos. Can you talk about some of the leasing properties. I’m unsure of how all that works. Personally looking for off grid, with well property. Hope this relationship blossoms.
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Email me at montanaliferealty@gmail.com and I can send you some off the grid properties that are available.
@nathanielflory9916 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Pennsylvania about 45 min east of Hershey. Been dreaming of moving out there since I was a kid. Hopefully that will happen soon.
@sheilapendley1716 3 жыл бұрын
Iam from Wittmann Am and Iam thinking about moving back north. Thank You so much!
@edwardfodonnell3924 3 жыл бұрын
What about Helena, MT? Can you give us an overview in Helena and its environs? Thank you! Ned
@williamventer700 3 жыл бұрын
My wife and I live in Killeen, Texas, the home of Fort Hood. We're both very close to retirement and are seriously considering moving to Montana. It is beautiful. Doing our homework now.
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching our videos! Let us know if we can help with the move.
@pattymiller6696 3 жыл бұрын
Buy some winter clothing first. 😊😊
@ladycirclewoman3821 3 жыл бұрын
It's cold, but get yourself in a good spot and you'll be fine.
@PrinceZaos 2 жыл бұрын
Sevierville TN. I’m a fan of Mountain Views. Though I live directly in front of a mountain, I’m itching for more Mountain Views and beautiful sceneries. I’ll be moving to MT as soon as I can, I’ve been doing researches on MT and been keeping up with videos on MT. It sure is a beautiful state, I just hope and pray it never changes with all the new people moving there, I hope there’s a fat fine for those that litter the state. Until next time, I’ll be learning all that can about MT. Have a blessed day/night.
@petersabo1683 2 жыл бұрын
Hello. My wife, Linda and I, may have the opportunity of moving to Montana, either Missl or on the Blackfeet Reservation. I have lived in Montana before from 2004 to about 2007 and I LOVE IT. I love the scenery, the fresh air, the people, the openness, and the WINTERS. We're living in Kansas at the present, but we came from Oklahoma City. Linda is actually from California. Myself, I'm from NORTHERN, UPSTATE NY, Just a few miles South of Canada. We love these videos and the information. Very helpful. Thank you. Peter & Linda Sabo
@clarencemaximum8553 3 жыл бұрын
Colorado Springs, CO. I’d like to see the comparisons.
@xbriannaxbananax 2 жыл бұрын
We're there too! Getting too crowded.
@alexsuarez7583 3 жыл бұрын
My family and I are also contemplating moving to Montana from Round Rock, TX, which is just outside of Austin. It is getting very expensive to live here and the traffic is becoming a nightmare. Would you mind doing a comparison video with Kalispell vs. Round Rock? Thanks! Really enjoyed the video!
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Here is a link for that comparison. Hope this helps! www.bestplaces.net/compare-cities/kalispell_mt/round_rock_tx/overview
@williamventer700 3 жыл бұрын
We understand. We live in Killeen.
@alexsuarez7583 3 жыл бұрын
Living in Montana thanks so much!
@paoemantega8793 3 жыл бұрын
From Kent, England. I like your videos and would love to live in Montana, my wife and I love the big skies, big mountains and big weather. Its a shame that other Americans pooped on their own lands and cannot stand the smell any more. We are terrified that you get 33 feet of snow often, winters are gigantic and deadly but it is warming that the people are humble and friendly. Thank you for the video it was very informative.
@jakes70cougar 2 жыл бұрын
Wasilla AK. Thanks for putting up the comparisons even though I know they don't apply fully today. But it still gives me an idea. The overall cost of living seems to be less there. Only major difference is Montana has an income tax where Alaska doesn't. I'm liking the Kalispell and Helena areas it seems the most right now. Thanks again for the video.
@jakes70cougar 2 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure our property taxes are much higher and grocery costs are more and it seems fuel prices are more. I just don't know how much the income tax is. It may be a direct trade, just paying in different areas.
@serpentrain 3 жыл бұрын
I’m considering moving to Montana next year
@clanduncanicecream5062 3 жыл бұрын
All the way from Cape Town, South Africa
@galuyasdi 3 жыл бұрын
Watching fron Cincinnati, ohio. About what I expected but now I know for sure.
@martyl7066 4 жыл бұрын
Hey! handsome, we are both from the Vail, AZ area and we are thinking about moving to the Montana area or maybe closer to the Yellowstone area...;-) Maybe you could show us around some homes one day. Marty,
@LivinginMontana1 4 жыл бұрын
Marty L Sounds good, let me know when you are headed up here, would be happy to help!
@BigHornOutfitters 4 жыл бұрын
My wife and I want to move to the Missoula area. We currently live in San Diego CA. We fell in love with the Bitterroot Valley. Basically we’re looking as far south as Hamilton up to Missoula. Any ideas or advice? We really enjoy your videos. I know it takes a lot of work to produce them.
@LivinginMontana1 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching our videos Patrick, we are glad you enjoy them! We have some good friends in Hamilton and go down there often, it is a great area. There are tons of different choices and styles of homes between Missoula and Hamilton. Please give me a call at 406-249-1735 or email at montanaliferealty@gmail.com and let me know what you like to do, the size of house or lot you are looking for, and any other requirements you may have, and I will be able to suggest the best spot for you and send you what is currently available. We look forward to hearing from you!
@LaraLara-fx2hb 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much from Austin, Texas
@RedRoseSeptember22 2 жыл бұрын
Watching from Fernley, NV :)
@michaelduke4500 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Pensacola Florida.
@draperone371 3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed very much. Vancouver Wa
@czechgirl74 2 жыл бұрын
Watching from Azusa, LA County..we live by the foothills of San Gabriel mountians.. love the mountains, but the cost of living has been rising so exponentially...we have to move out soon in order to survive as a family. Montana looks and sounds very nice.
@etellr7475 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from the north of England (UK).
@nourishedconnections 3 жыл бұрын
I’m in Gilbert Az. Been begging hubby to move to Montana. I’m thinking we’ll make the move within 3-5 yrs. Maybe sooner. We’d like a water property where we could have livestock and grow a big garden. I’ve looked into bigfork and stevensville. I’d love 20+ acres with water and fairly close to a Costco. Something under 400K if possible. We may end up buying land at least then building. Would love to know cost comparisons from where I live now.
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
Email me at montanaliferealty@gmail.com and I can send you what is available right now.
@stephfrancavilla4403 3 жыл бұрын
I live in Phoenix, AZ, my husband and I are originally from the Midwest ( Nebraska and Missouri) and I'm ready for a move. We moved to Arizona in 2008 for college and as much as I hate the snow; I think we are ready for it again. 😂 I've been looking at Montana and Idaho. We too would love more land and an edible garden/ more space and more house for our money. I'm just weighing out the "big" city life opportunities for our kids vs smaller cities. Our kids are heavily involved in sports and good school districts are important to us as well...... With all that said, what do you think would be the best area for us to look into? @LivingInMontana
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
@@stephfrancavilla4403 There are some great areas and school districts all around western Montana. If you would like, give me a call at 406-249-1735 and we can discuss further. Thanks for watching!
@faithvalentin1403 3 жыл бұрын
u can garden in that cold ??
@johnnydough8841 3 жыл бұрын
@@faithvalentin1403 would you plant a garden in the winter? Duh
@peasquiet4948 2 жыл бұрын
Watching from Albany, GA. I know I’m late, but I’d love to see a comparison! Can’t find a comparison calculator online that recognizes/has much good data for Albany.
@leslieelgin629 3 жыл бұрын
Good day love montana lived in libby for a few years in California been looking either montana or Idaho to retirement
@gh87716 4 жыл бұрын
I'm going to Yellowstone next week to work a seasonal job that ends in September. I want to find a way to stay in Montana for good. I'm a certified water treatment and distribution operator, so hopefully I can put that to use. Do you have any advice on what places would be best to look at? Thank you!
@LivinginMontana1 4 жыл бұрын
Have fun in Yellowstone! I know they are doing a huge expansion on our treatment plant here in Whitefish. In Montana there are a lot of subdivisions that have "community" water (a large well that services all of the homes). I know that the state requires them to have someone with your credentials to do water tests on a regular basis, that might be a good business to look into. Have you been to Montana before? Is there an area that you like?
@gh87716 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information! I'll look into Whitefish. Those water testing jobs would indeed be most ideal for a person starting out in the business! Yet it being a resort town, won't the rent be slightly higher than in most other Montana towns? What would be the best town to look into in terms of rent and job opportunities? I've never been to the area, but I already know that it's a place I want to be. I'm not picky at all about the place. In fact, I'd be fine with being anywhere in Idaho, Montana, or Wyoming. Thanks again for your help!
@LivinginMontana1 4 жыл бұрын
@@gh87716 The rent in Kalispell is a lot cheaper than Whitefish. Most areas around the Flathead Valley are cheaper than Whitefish. Obviously, the job opportunities are greater in the bigger cities but the Flathead Valley and the Missoula area are growing rapidly.
@Pliskin2894 3 жыл бұрын
was thinking of moving to Montana when I'm a bit older (27 now). I wanna move somewhere where it's usually cooler on average, which is odd coming from someone who is from Florida. Just trying to find the cheapest place to live where it's not miserably hot all the time, I much prefer the cold.
@kennethcoleman5346 4 жыл бұрын
So, I really like your video. Looking for some more space in life, We keep moving further away from Seattle but it keeps following us. Looking at your cost of living numbers, we could live well... if incomes are similar. My question is can a blue collar guy get a job and feed his family? How does one evaluate that aspect of a relocation?
@d.vaders1178 2 жыл бұрын
We are in Libby, Mt. We are retiring…wish we were 20 years younger as we believe we could choose our own income by starting a blue collar service business. I have been paying $150/wk for housecleaning (4 hour job). Our lawn care service runs $75 a week for mowing and trimming only…takes 3 guys 20 minutes, so $75/hr. Our electrician was $800 on new wiring for an AC hvac unit, bid on new hot water heater install (propane) was $800 labor only (took 2.5 hours). Excavation work for new shop, 2 guys, 2 days, 1/3 acre clearing deforestation, basic dirt work, $3500. Pest control spraying for bugs around house, in crawl space, $120 per treatment 3x per year. I believe wholeheartedly, that a well planned well qualified service business could hit the ground running. The bigger issue is housing availability after the Covid driven influx of new people to MT. There are plenty of healthcare jobs too if someone is already trained in that field. I cannot imagine raising a family in our Seattle area any longer…I would consider raising children in MT the biggest reason to relocate and quality of life the second reason. Also, a blue collar guy could look into the railroad. A full career spent there would be time well invested in regards to retirement income. Building trades would do well here, landscape companies would do well. Libby is seeing a lot of retirees moving in who cannot or don’t want to do heavy labor type home maintenance/improvements themselves.
@shelbyslusher2515 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Lexington, Ky!
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@shelbyslusher2515 3 жыл бұрын
What would be your best advice to someone wanting to move to montana? We are in the very early stages of planning a move 🙂
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
@@shelbyslusher2515 Do your homework and figure out the best place for you. Montana is huge with many totally different areas. If you have not been here before, I would suggest a visit to look around and see what area you like the best!
@dewaynemiguel3349 3 жыл бұрын
I love Montana I never lived there but I hauled cattle from 70s through the 80s and was always treated great unlike some other states like Missouri and California they suck.
@brewedforthejourney6149 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from So Cali. Inland Empire area. Totally looking to move to the Flathead area in the next few years.
@davidhalen1198 2 жыл бұрын
Some great information. Where does Helena fall on the cost scale?
@jonuisfe5684 3 жыл бұрын
My family and I are contemplating leaving Florida to move up there. We are conservative and have Christian values and are hoping to find a good biblically sound church in Montana. Also hoping to find good school areas
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
Please contact us when you are ready to move, we would be happy to help!
@lexys26 3 жыл бұрын
Same, we ended up in Florida (Tampa) to help a family member, moved from Colorado. Need to get back to a peaceful quite Mountain life again.
@VideoManDan 3 жыл бұрын
This is great information. I'm in Mercer County New Jersey (I won't say specifically what town I live in, but the prices here are all about the same). I too am tired of the chaos of living in a densely populated area, and one of my friends that I met online in a video game was initially from Montana, and she gave me a lot of information about the state that's convincing me to move there. If you would answer one question for me, I noticed on Google Maps using the satellite view that there's a plains area of Montana east of the mountains, and I would prefer to live west where it seems to be more forested and scenic. One thing I noticed west of the mountains is that most communities seem to be along a major highway route, or close to rivers. If I were to move to Montana, are there housing options outside of these communites where it far more rural and scenic? I saw your other video talking about cellphone service and high speed internet. Are there satellite internet options the further out you go from civilization, or have internet cables been run further away from towns? Thank you very much if you see these questions and get back to me. Otherwise, excellent video! I look forward to watching more of them.
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
There are areas that are more rural, watch my last video and I talk about that. Also, the internet options go down the farther away from the towns you go. You can get satellite internet but I've been told that it is not that fast.
@VideoManDan 3 жыл бұрын
@@LivinginMontana1 Excellent. I will certainly check out your last video. Thank you very much for responding :)
@georgespel5101 3 жыл бұрын
I live in Las Vegas, I like to visit there one and perhaps live there for a few months. Both my wife and I are retire.
@acethebear2431 2 жыл бұрын
Watching from baltimore maryland and can't wait to leave this part of the country.
@elizabethcoleman6140 3 жыл бұрын
Are there any short term affordable rentals(studio or 1 bedroom) near Kalispell or out of town to occupy while I look for a modest cabin or land where I could legally park a tiny home/RV? Thanks
@JamieEvansBooks 4 жыл бұрын
Loved the video... Awesome info! I am thinking of moving to Montana... I'm watching from Columbus Ohio. :)
@LivinginMontana1 4 жыл бұрын
Let us know when you are ready to move, we would love to help!
@scotteakins7203 3 жыл бұрын
Been interested in this for years. I'm in Iowa. Thinking of making a big move. Not sure what area there.
@scotteakins7203 3 жыл бұрын
I love to prospect. Hunt fish fossil hunt camp ect... dont need to be connected, but it's nice to have.
@gidgetelliott9463 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Peoria Illinois
@timmccaffery4826 3 жыл бұрын
watching from Memphis, TN
@jackytoska1471 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Texas
@bowwing333 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Newton, Iowa. Reminds me a bit of Lewiston/Big Timber/Columbus. I just wanna come back home!! Some way somehow....I just gotta get home.
@travism3276 4 жыл бұрын
Are there problems with locals not wanting out of staters moving in.
@LivinginMontana1 4 жыл бұрын
My wife grew up in the area and out of staters have been moving in for years. The people who complain the most are the ones who moved here recently! "Now that I'm here, close the gate!"
@travism3276 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the quick response.
@nt3523 3 жыл бұрын
Yes.
@mswatchlist7699 3 жыл бұрын
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@nothingtoseehere4684 3 жыл бұрын
Not too much until recently. Real estate prices are going through the roof and locals are getting priced out of the market.
@MichaelDouglas-24 2 жыл бұрын
Excited to finally move to montana.Montana.. I have a 5 year goal that involves hopefully becoming a home owner somewhere in montna
@emilyarora707 3 жыл бұрын
My hubby and I have a job offer in Havre Montana. We plan on going for a visit in a couple weeks to check it out. I’ve been told that it’s a small town and we will probably have to go out a ways to do shopping and stuff
@teenad9672 3 жыл бұрын
Looking to move in the future qnd live to be close to nature. Can you do a comparison for cost of living from Houston, Kat texas to Whitefish or Iron Horse Montana?
@cpmm1719 3 жыл бұрын
I’m in Orange County California. I will be out in Montana October 16-24. I fell in love with Montana for its beauty, it’s pace and cost of living. Kalispell is my #1 pick to move to. Would love to talk to you and your lovely wife about making the transition and real estate. Thank you.
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
cpmm1719 Give us a call at 406-249-1735. We would be happy to help!
@FanCharger 2 жыл бұрын
Living in Riverside Ca, but commute daily to San Diego CA. Used to live there as well.
@mgalison 3 жыл бұрын
Sun City West, Arizona, We are in the Phoenix Metro Area. Your feed just happened to popup on mu KZfaq account.
@elizabethlewis697 2 жыл бұрын
What is the cost comparison Kalispell Montana to Anthem Az? Thank you for all the information.
@meganrydman8152 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Banks, Oregon!
@starfireapache 2 жыл бұрын
Hello from Newport, Oregon! I'm contemplating a move to Hamilton, Montana! What is the cost of living there and how are the winters--driving in snow alone would be new to me, also I'm a senior (over 70)!
@kegman83 3 жыл бұрын
Watching from Los Angeles, but I think you covered most of it.
@mikeriv60 3 жыл бұрын
Stay in LA because all you'll do is destroy Montana like you've done to you're once beautiful state. Progressive/liberalism is a cancer on the country. !!
@kegman83 3 жыл бұрын
We have dicks in LA too.
@mikeriv60 3 жыл бұрын
@@kegman83 Coming from the guy who follows Keith " Lunatic" Oberman. Hmmm
@kegman83 3 жыл бұрын
@@mikeriv60 Have fun living in your blue state in the next 10 years Mike.
@mikeriv60 3 жыл бұрын
@@kegman83 Exactly your making my point. You know the definition of insanity right?? To do the same thing over and over again but expecting a different result". Like liberal trash destroying a state then moving on to another state just to repeat and rinse again, sort of like a weed. Cya really don't wanna be ya ! Lmao.
@michealtriplett6289 2 жыл бұрын
Median home prices are nearly twice more than they were when this video was made. Rent prices are much higher than stated as well.
@heatherc2059 3 жыл бұрын
I live in minneapolis now and am seriously considering Missoula but am dismayed by the housing costs. Looking for no hoa neighborhood
@LivinginMontana1 3 жыл бұрын
Our prices have been going up all summer due to the high demand. Email me at montanaliferealty@gmail.com and let me know what price range you are looking for. Thanks
@Nectarine333 3 жыл бұрын
Omg same!! I’ve been living in Minneapolis for 26 years and I’m ready to move to Montana
@jamesmurphy4431 2 жыл бұрын
Watching from East Brunswick New Jersey
@dennisrichards3993 2 жыл бұрын
Lodi, California V Kalispell Thank you!
@florpichardo6195 4 жыл бұрын
Watching from Sacramento Ca. We would love to move to Montana😍. I’ve looked on trulia and pretty much same prices round here, I’m just wondering if the pay is bout the same since I don’t see a huge difference in home prices. Under 250k?
@LivinginMontana1 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching our video! Just like anywhere, the pay depends on what you do. It would probably work out to more here since our taxes are much lower here than they are in CA. What type of work are you looking to do? If you Google "Jobs in Kalispell, MT" you can get a good idea of what is available around here now.
@ibMoose2u 3 жыл бұрын
flor pichardo I just moved from Chico (70 mi north of Sac) last summer to Missoula. I researched for quite a few years before I retired last summer. I had to wait to retire as the pay scales for govt jobs and many private industry, including healthcare, jobs are FAR lower in MT. As stated in many of these great videos (binge watching tonight lol), there’s a big difference for the median housing prices depending on where you’re looking in MT. Missoula housing is just a tad less than Chico’s housing market as of last summer. I’ve talked to many peeps in their 20’s, several married, who can’t afford to buy here even though they’re both working full-time. You really need to research your specific jobs to get a good feel for if you could afford the housing. As a LEO in Butte Co. (CA) I made far more than any PD or state trooper here and we’re on the lower end of the pay spectrum there. Cost of living here is FAR less than it is there. My insurance on 3 vehicles and travel trailer is half. CA wanted $849 to register my travel trailer for 2020, $280ish here, personalized and specialized plates for a permanent registration. NEVER have to pay registration on it again. The only thing I’ve found more expensive here is liquor lol. There, 1.75 of Jameson’s is $39 at Costco, here $60-65
@alfredharrison597 3 жыл бұрын
No its widely known that montana wages ARE SOME OF THE LOWEST IN THE NATION.
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