Helena, Montana vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 12.6% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $58,539 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Olympia
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Helena, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% lower
  Commute
  49.8% higher
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower