Brooklyn, New York vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 46.2% cheaper than Brooklyn, New York.

You would need a salary of $40,363 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Brooklyn, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Brooklyn, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Helena
than in Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn, NY vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Brooklyn, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.2% lower
      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
  13.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.5% lower
  Commute
  68.4% lower
  Health
  20.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% lower