Helena, Montana vs. Monterey, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monterey, California is 76.0% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $105,573 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
132% more expensive in Monterey
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Monterey, CA
Compared to Helena, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
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  76.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  216.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  51.5% higher
  Health
  42.0% higher
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  Personal
  1.7% lower
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