Helena, Montana vs. La Mesa, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in La Mesa, California is 53.5% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $76,761 in La Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, La Mesa, California is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in La Mesa
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. La Mesa, CA
Compared to Helena, La Mesa is:
  Homeowner
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  53.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  123.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  22.2% higher
  Commute
  97.2% higher
  Health
  12.1% lower
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  Personal
  1.2% higher
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