Cost of Living Calculator - Scottsdale, Arizona vs Helena, Montana


The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 30.1% cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $52,428 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Helena
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs Helena, MT
Compared to Scottsdale, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.1% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% lower
  Commute
  44.3% lower
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher

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