Columbus, Ohio vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 15.0% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $57,523 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
99% more expensive in Helena
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Columbus, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.0% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% lower
  Commute
  32.5% lower
  Health
  13.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% higher