Marysville, California vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 7.2% cheaper than Marysville, California.

You would need a salary of $148,497 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Marysville, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Marysville, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
40% cheaper in Helena
than in Marysville, California
Marysville, CA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Marysville, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.8% lower
  Commute
  40.1% lower
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher