Boise City, Idaho vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 14.7% cheaper than Boise City, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $72,048 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Boise City, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Boise City, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Helena
than in Boise City, Idaho
Boise City, ID vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Boise City, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  8.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% lower
  Commute
  28.0% lower
  Health
  0.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher