Wheaton, Illinois vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 12.7% cheaper than Wheaton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $87,346 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Wheaton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Wheaton, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
48% cheaper in Helena
than in Wheaton, Illinois
Wheaton, IL vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Wheaton, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  48.2% lower
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower