Salem, Oregon vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 2.9% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $87,363 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% cheaper in Helena
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Salem, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% lower
      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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  36.7% lower
  Health
  9.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher