Cost of Living Calculator - Helena, Montana vs Ashton, Idaho


The cost of living in Ashton, Idaho is 16.2% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $83,803 in Ashton, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ashton, Idaho is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Ashton
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs Ashton, ID
Compared to Helena, Ashton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  39.1% higher
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% lower

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