Helena, Montana vs. Merritt Island, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Merritt Island, Florida is 4.3% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $52,163 in Merritt Island, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merritt Island, Florida is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% more expensive in Merritt Island
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Merritt Island, FL
Compared to Helena, Merritt Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  42.1% higher
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower