Helena, Montana vs. American Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in American Falls, Idaho is 16.3% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $62,777 in American Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, American Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in American Falls
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. American Falls, ID
Compared to Helena, American Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.3% 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
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  14.6% higher
  Health
  8.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% lower