Helena, Montana vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 6.3% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $60,880 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Helena, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  10.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  22.4% higher
  Health
  7.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% lower