Cost of Living Calculator - Helena, Montana vs Ketchikan, Alaska


The cost of living in Ketchikan, Alaska is 3.1% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $51,559 in Ketchikan, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ketchikan, Alaska is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
55% more expensive in Ketchikan
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs Ketchikan, AK
Compared to Helena, Ketchikan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  55.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.2% higher
  Commute
  12.8% higher
  Health
  25.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.9% higher

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