Paducah, Kentucky vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 29.6% more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $97,197 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Paducah, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
169% more expensive in Helena
than in Paducah, Kentucky
Paducah, KY vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Paducah, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.6% 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
  10.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  227.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  14.1% lower
  Health
  14.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher