Polson, Montana vs. St. Helens, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Helens, Oregon is 13.1% more expensive than Polson, Montana.

You would need a salary of $56,526 in St. Helens, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Polson, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Helens, Oregon is more expensive than Polson, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
82% more expensive in St. Helens
than in Polson, Montana
Polson, MT vs. St. Helens, OR
Compared to Polson, St. Helens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  82.4% higher
  Health
  7.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher