Cost of Living Calculator - Helena, Alabama vs Washington, District of Columbia


The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 49.9% more expensive than Helena, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $112,388 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Helena, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Washington
than in Helena, Alabama
Helena, AL vs Washington, DC
Compared to Helena, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.9% 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
  16.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  195.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  35.4% higher
  Health
  21.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher

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