Laramie, Wyoming vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 7.1% more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $58,912 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Laramie, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Helena
than in Laramie, Wyoming
Laramie, WY vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Laramie, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% lower
  Commute
  6.5% lower
  Health
  30.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% higher