Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 5.3% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $94,667 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
57% cheaper in Helena
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Philadelphia, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.0% lower
  Commute
  57.2% lower
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower