Helena, Montana vs. Raleigh, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is 3.0% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $77,264 in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
45% more expensive in Raleigh
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Helena, Raleigh is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  45.7% higher
  Health
  6.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% lower