Dillon, MT vs Helena West Side, MT

Dillon is moderately more affordable than Helena West Side, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Dillon scores 77 compared to 90 for Helena West Side, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Helena West Side can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dillon is $821/month compared to $781/month in Helena West Side — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Helena West Side has cheaper rent, Dillon actually has lower median home values ($237,500 vs $411,800).

Median household income in Dillon is $51,458 compared to $67,692 in Helena West Side (-24%). While Helena West Side is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dillon spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, more than the 13.8% in Helena West Side.

Climate-wise, Helena West Side is notably warmer with an average of 45.5°F compared to 41.8°F in Dillon. Helena West Side receives more rainfall at 11.4" per year compared to 9.8" in Dillon.