Helena, Montana vs. Banning, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Banning, California is 12.9% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $56,439 in Banning, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Banning, California is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
120% more expensive in Banning
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Banning, CA
Compared to Helena, Banning is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.9% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.1% higher
  Commute
  120.4% higher
  Health
  13.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher