Roanoke, Virginia vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 19.0% more expensive than Roanoke, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $59,521 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Roanoke, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Roanoke, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Helena
than in Roanoke, Virginia
Roanoke, VA vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Roanoke, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.0% 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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  21.0% lower
  Health
  8.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher