Cost of Living Calculator - Downers Grove, Illinois vs Helena, Montana


The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 13.6% cheaper than Downers Grove, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,217 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Downers Grove, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% cheaper in Helena
than in Downers Grove, Illinois
Downers Grove, IL vs Helena, MT
Compared to Downers Grove, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.6% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  49.5% lower
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower

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