Cost of Living Calculator - Lewiston, Idaho vs Helena, Montana


The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 5.9% more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $52,929 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewiston, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in Helena
than in Lewiston, Idaho
Lewiston, ID vs Helena, MT
Compared to Lewiston, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  22.3% lower
  Health
  7.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher

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