Helena, Montana vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 54.3% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $72,533 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Boston
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Helena, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.3% 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
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  139.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.9% higher
  Commute
  116.8% higher
  Health
  11.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.3% higher