Helena, Montana vs. Spokane Valley, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Spokane Valley, Washington is 2.8% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $77,113 in Spokane Valley, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Spokane Valley, Washington is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
48% more expensive in Spokane Valley
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Spokane Valley, WA
Compared to Helena, Spokane Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  48.5% higher
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower