Payette, Idaho vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 20.2% more expensive than Payette, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $60,097 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Payette, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Payette, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Helena
than in Payette, Idaho
Payette, ID vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Payette, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.2% 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
  13.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  15.7% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.2% higher