Tempe, Arizona vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 11.7% cheaper than Tempe, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $44,139 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Tempe, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is cheaper than Tempe, Arizona
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
43% cheaper in Helena
than in Tempe, Arizona
Tempe, AZ vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Tempe, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.8% lower
  Commute
  43.8% lower
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher