Great Falls, Montana vs. Helena, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Alabama is 15.0% more expensive than Great Falls, Montana.

You would need a salary of $86,241 in Helena, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Great Falls, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Alabama is more expensive than Great Falls, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Helena
than in Great Falls, Montana
Great Falls, MT vs. Helena, AL
Compared to Great Falls, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.0% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% higher
  Commute
  35.5% higher
  Health
  19.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% higher