Alexandria, Minnesota vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 24.1% more expensive than Alexandria, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $62,047 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Alexandria, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% more expensive in Helena
than in Alexandria, Minnesota
Alexandria, MN vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Alexandria, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  3.8% higher
  Health
  21.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher