Population Statistics
Helena is the center of Montana’s population of 1,005,141, and within the city limits reside approximately 30,000 (2010 estimates). The greater Helena area population is 63,395.
| Population Statistics | |
| % of Population with a 4-Year Degree or Higher | 44.7% |
| Median Household Income | $50,889 |
Cost of Living
| Cost of Living | All Items | Housing | Utilities | Health Care | Goods & Services |
| U.S. Averages | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Helena | 98.3 | 99.3 | 95.7 | 105.2 | 99.7 |
| Missoula, MT | 101.3 | 103.3 | 80.9 | 106.1 | 101.3 |
| Boise, ID | 102.6 | 112.2 | 66.8 | 114.6 | 103.8 |
| Denver, CO | 104.7 | 118.9 | 84.1 | 122.0 | 96.2 |
Health Care
St. Peter’s Hospital provides obstetrics, surgery, emergency services, ambulance services, a comprehensive cancer treatment center, and a full range of diagnostic services including the recent addition of a spiral CT, stereo-tactic breast biopsy equipment, and a new MRI machine. Fort Harrison Veterans Hospital, one of two in the state, is minutes away. Shodair Hospital specializes in child and adolescent psychiatric care and is an internationally known genetics center as well. Helena is also home to 4 assisted living and retirement facilities, including the Touchmark and Hunters Pointe.