Independence, Missouri vs. Helena, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Alabama is 17.5% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $88,158 in Helena, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Alabama is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% more expensive in Helena
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Helena, AL
Compared to Independence, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.5% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% lower
  Commute
  8.2% higher
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher