Lewistown, Pennsylvania vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 31.8% more expensive than Lewistown, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $65,915 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewistown, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Lewistown, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
250% more expensive in Helena
than in Lewistown, Pennsylvania
Lewistown, PA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Lewistown, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  226.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  24.5% lower
  Health
  20.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% higher