Helena, Montana vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 8.0% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $270,121 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
127% more expensive in Chicago
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Helena, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  6.4% higher
  Commute
  127.8% higher
  Health
  13.0% lower
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  Personal
  4.2% higher
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