Fort Wayne, Indiana vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 23.3% more expensive than Fort Wayne, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $92,494 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Fort Wayne, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
123% more expensive in Helena
than in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Fort Wayne, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% 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
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  25.4% lower
  Health
  4.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% higher