Cost of Living Calculator - Waukee, Iowa vs Helena, Montana


The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 3.8% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $51,879 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Helena
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs Helena, MT
Compared to Waukee, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  21.1% lower
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% lower

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