Helena, Montana vs. Albert Lea, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albert Lea, Minnesota is 28.8% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $35,614 in Albert Lea, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albert Lea, Minnesota is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Albert Lea
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Albert Lea, MN
Compared to Helena, Albert Lea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.8% 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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% higher
  Commute
  7.6% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% lower