Minot, North Dakota vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 17.1% more expensive than Minot, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $58,539 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Minot, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Minot, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Helena
than in Minot, North Dakota
Minot, ND vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Minot, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  14.7% lower
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower