Monroe, Washington vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 24.5% cheaper than Monroe, Washington.

You would need a salary of $37,737 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Monroe, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Helena
than in Monroe, Washington
Monroe, WA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Monroe, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.5% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.6% higher
  Commute
  47.1% lower
  Health
  16.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher