Athens, New York vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 7.5% more expensive than Athens, New York.

You would need a salary of $64,476 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Athens, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Helena
than in Athens, New York
Athens, NY vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Athens, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.5% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.9% lower
  Commute
  28.3% lower
  Health
  13.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher