Helena, Montana vs. Bowling Green, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bowling Green, Kentucky is 14.9% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $42,555 in Bowling Green, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bowling Green, Kentucky is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Bowling Green
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Bowling Green, KY
Compared to Helena, Bowling Green is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  27.8% higher
  Health
  14.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower