Helena, Montana vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 77.6% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $97,661 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% more expensive in Oakland
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Helena, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
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  77.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  191.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  106.9% higher
  Health
  15.4% higher
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  Personal
  8.3% higher
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