Helena, Montana vs. Oro Valley, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oro Valley, Arizona is 12.1% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $84,054 in Oro Valley, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oro Valley, Arizona is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Oro Valley
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Oro Valley, AZ
Compared to Helena, Oro Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.6% higher
  Commute
  71.9% higher
  Health
  15.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower