Cost of Living in Helena West Side, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.9
100 = national avg
+13.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,097
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,411
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing133.3
Food101.7
Transportation103.5
Healthcare101.4
Utilities107.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,319
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,647
per month
The overall cost of living index in Helena West Side is 113.9, which is 13.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 133.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,097 per year to cover basic expenses.