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Great Falls has a lower cost of living than much of Montana

March 28, 2023/

Great Falls, Montana

People are continuing to move to Great Falls amidst a growing period for the city. One of the reasons for that is Great Falls’ lower costs of living.

The Great Falls Development Authority reported that in 2022, Great Falls cost of living was about 87% of the national average. They also report that Cascade County’s GDP increased more than 10% in 2022.

Great Falls’ cost of living is an exception from the state, as Montana overall came in at just over 103% of the national average.

By: Asher Lynde


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