Cost of Living Calculator - Palmer, Alaska vs Helena, Montana


The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 13.5% cheaper than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $51,906 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Palmer, Alaska
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% cheaper in Helena
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs Helena, MT
Compared to Palmer, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% 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
  24.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.5% lower
  Commute
  50.0% lower
  Health
  20.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.1% lower

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