Helena, Montana vs. Indianapolis, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is 14.6% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $63,205 in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Helena, Indianapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  49.3% higher
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower