Bismarck, North Dakota vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 5.2% more expensive than Bismarck, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $61,007 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Bismarck, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Helena
than in Bismarck, North Dakota
Bismarck, ND vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Bismarck, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  18.1% lower
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher