Helena, Montana vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 5.9% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $52,968 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
45% more expensive in Homer
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Helena, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  21.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  45.5% higher
  Commute
  10.4% higher
  Health
  28.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% higher