Helena, Montana vs. Hayden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hayden, Colorado is 4.0% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $52,012 in Hayden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hayden, Colorado is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% more expensive in Hayden
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Hayden, CO
Compared to Helena, Hayden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% higher
  Commute
  24.8% higher
  Health
  22.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher