Elk Plain, Washington vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 13.3% cheaper than Elk Plain, Washington.

You would need a salary of $43,368 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Elk Plain, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Elk Plain, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
56% cheaper in Helena
than in Elk Plain, Washington
Elk Plain, WA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Elk Plain, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.3% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.3% higher
  Commute
  56.2% lower
  Health
  14.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% lower