Chicago, Illinois vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 7.4% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $41,648 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
56% cheaper in Helena
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Chicago, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  56.1% lower
  Health
  15.0% higher
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  Personal
  4.0% lower
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