Helena, Montana vs. Spokane, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Spokane, Washington is 0.8% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $152,761 in Spokane, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Spokane, Washington is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% more expensive in Spokane
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Spokane, WA
Compared to Helena, Spokane is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% lower
      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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  49.8% higher
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower