Johnston City, Illinois vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 35.2% more expensive than Johnston City, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $101,429 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston City, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Johnston City, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
456% more expensive in Helena
than in Johnston City, Illinois
Johnston City, IL vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Johnston City, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.2% 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
  11.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  311.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% lower
  Commute
  26.0% lower
  Health
  21.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher