Reston, Virginia vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 27.7% cheaper than Reston, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $54,258 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Reston, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Reston, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Helena
than in Reston, Virginia
Reston, VA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Reston, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.7% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  50.7% lower
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.7% lower