Helen, Georgia vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 3.2% more expensive than Helen, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $51,579 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Helen, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is more expensive than Helen, Georgia
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
24% more expensive in Hickory
than in Helen, Georgia
Helen, GA vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Helen, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% lower
  Commute
  3.4% lower
  Health
  24.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher