Helena, Montana vs. Valparaiso, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valparaiso, Indiana is 1.4% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $76,056 in Valparaiso, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valparaiso, Indiana is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
83% more expensive in Valparaiso
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Valparaiso, IN
Compared to Helena, Valparaiso 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  83.4% higher
  Health
  10.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% lower