Helena, Montana vs. Ashland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ashland, Oregon is 21.6% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $60,815 in Ashland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ashland, Oregon is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Ashland
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Ashland, OR
Compared to Helena, Ashland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.6% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  38.2% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower