Helena, Montana vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 119.2% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $109,608 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
246% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Helena, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  119.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  362.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  59.5% higher
  Health
  11.9% higher
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  Personal
  0.5% lower
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