Helena, Montana vs. Nampa, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Nampa, Idaho is 4.6% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $52,314 in Nampa, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Nampa, Idaho is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% more expensive in Nampa
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Nampa, ID
Compared to Helena, Nampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% 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
  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  46.9% higher
  Health
  0.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% lower