Wellington, Kansas vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 38.8% more expensive than Wellington, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $111,061 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Wellington, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Wellington, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
345% more expensive in Helena
than in Wellington, Kansas
Wellington, KS vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Wellington, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.8% 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
  11.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  284.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.9% lower
  Commute
  22.7% lower
  Health
  1.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher