Lakewood, Washington vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 16.7% cheaper than Lakewood, Washington.

You would need a salary of $41,660 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakewood, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Lakewood, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% cheaper in Helena
than in Lakewood, Washington
Lakewood, WA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Lakewood, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.7% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.5% higher
  Commute
  48.9% lower
  Health
  14.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% lower