Helena, Montana vs. Seward, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seward, Alaska is 1.4% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $50,704 in Seward, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seward, Alaska is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
28% more expensive in Seward
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Seward, AK
Compared to Helena, Seward is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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
  19.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% higher
  Commute
  28.5% higher
  Health
  28.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.5% higher