Wendell, Idaho vs. Helena, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 16.5% more expensive than Wendell, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $58,265 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Wendell, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Wendell, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Helena
than in Wendell, Idaho
Wendell, ID vs. Helena, MT
Compared to Wendell, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.5% 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
  12.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  18.4% lower
  Health
  9.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% higher