Port Arthur, Texas vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 37.5% more expensive than Port Arthur, Texas.

You would need a salary of $68,741 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Port Arthur, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Port Arthur, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
399% more expensive in Helena
than in Port Arthur, Texas
Port Arthur, TX vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Port Arthur, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.5% 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
  15.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  291.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  32.4% lower
  Health
  3.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher