Cost of Living in Helena, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.8
100 = national avg
+13.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,085
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,383
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing143.2
Food103.0
Transportation73.8
Healthcare102.4
Utilities110.4
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 is 113.8, which is 13.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 143.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,085 per year to cover basic expenses.