Hardin, Illinois vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 16.1% more expensive than Hardin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $87,091 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Hardin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Hardin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
282% more expensive in Helena
than in Hardin, Illinois
Hardin, IL vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Hardin, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.1% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  118.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% lower
  Commute
  48.3% lower
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% higher