Helena, Montana vs. Sandpoint, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sandpoint, Idaho is 2.9% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $60,721 in Sandpoint, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandpoint, Idaho is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Sandpoint
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Sandpoint, ID
Compared to Helena, Sandpoint is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  3.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower