San Jose, California vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 53.8% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $60,102 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Helena
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to San Jose, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.8% 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
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% lower
  Commute
  59.7% lower
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower