Carthage, New York vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 25.7% more expensive than Carthage, New York.

You would need a salary of $62,832 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Carthage, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Carthage, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
154% more expensive in Helena
than in Carthage, New York
Carthage, NY vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Carthage, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.7% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  123.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.9% lower
  Commute
  13.4% lower
  Health
  8.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher