San Diego, California vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 38.0% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $21,070 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Helena
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to San Diego, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.0% 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
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.2% lower
  Commute
  49.4% lower
  Health
  13.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower