Meridian, Idaho vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 16.1% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $62,911 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Helena
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Meridian, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.1% 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
  8.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  32.7% lower
  Health
  0.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher