Goldendale, Washington vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 17.4% more expensive than Goldendale, Washington.

You would need a salary of $111,488 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Goldendale, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Goldendale, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Helena
than in Goldendale, Washington
Goldendale, WA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Goldendale, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% higher
  Commute
  27.3% lower
  Health
  8.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher