Helena, Montana vs. Stinson Beach, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Stinson Beach, California is 420.5% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $83,284 in Stinson Beach, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stinson Beach, California is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
684% more expensive in Stinson Beach
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Stinson Beach, CA
Compared to Helena, Stinson Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  420.5% 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
  21.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,350.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  104.8% higher
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.9% higher