Helena, Montana vs. Tempe, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 13.3% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $67,968 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
77% more expensive in Tempe
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Tempe, AZ
Compared to Helena, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.3% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.1% higher
  Commute
  77.8% higher
  Health
  8.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower