Helena, Montana vs. Flagstaff, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Flagstaff, Arizona is 19.4% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $59,708 in Flagstaff, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Flagstaff, Arizona is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Flagstaff
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Flagstaff, AZ
Compared to Helena, Flagstaff is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.4% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.3% higher
  Commute
  28.9% higher
  Health
  13.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower