Helena, Montana vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 3.7% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $51,861 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% more expensive in Olathe
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Helena, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  42.1% higher
  Health
  0.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher