Helena, Montana vs. Deary, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Deary, Idaho is 7.2% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $69,568 in Deary, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Deary, Idaho is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Deary
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Deary, ID
Compared to Helena, Deary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  18.8% higher
  Health
  6.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower

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