Orofino, Idaho vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 13.0% more expensive than Orofino, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $31,853 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Orofino, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Orofino, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Helena
than in Orofino, Idaho
Orofino, ID vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Orofino, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  30.1% lower
  Health
  7.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% higher