Moving to Greece from Montana

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Montana to Greece — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Montana to Greece, you would find that Greece is 20.9% cheaper than Montana. A $75,000 salary in Montana would need to be roughly €51,716 in Greece to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Greek. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Athens averages 72°F vs 58°F in Helena, making it significantly warmer.

How Far Will Your Money Go?

What to expect for your wallet after moving from Montana to Greece.

What does your salary buy?

$75,000 €51,716

To maintain the same standard of living in Greece

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Where you'll feel the difference day-to-day

Restaurants

pay 27.9% less

Groceries

pay 26.2% less

Transportation

pay 36.9% more

Housing

pay 42.1% less

Childcare

pay 69.5% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 20.8% less

See full cost of living breakdown
Exchange rate:1 USD = 0.878 EUR(June 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

Cost of living by city

Cost of living varies a lot by city. Each figure is a city's overall cost of living as a percentage of New York City (the priciest, = 100%).

On average, cities in Greece cost about 31% less than cities in Montana.

Compare cities head-to-head

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

How many people actually move from Montana to Greece, based on official data.

Living there in 2020
23,297 ↑ 2% vs 2015

people born in United States live in Greece · UN DESA

Who's moving to Greece?

Top countries of origin for Greece's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Montana to Greece.

How's the healthcare?

Adult obesity rateCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), 2022

share of adults with obesity

MT
31.8%
GR
24.9%

Greece performs significantly better than Montana across all health & wellbeing metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet accessUS Census Bureau (American Community Survey), 2023

share of households with internet

MT
88.7%
GR
78.0%

Montana performs better than Greece across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rateBureau of Labor Statistics, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

MT
3.7%
GR
11.0%
GDP per capitaBureau of Economic Analysis, 2024

a broad measure of economic output per person

MT
$52,945
GR
$36,300

Montana performs better than Greece across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancyOECD Regional Demography, 2022

average years of life at birth

MT
76.8 yrs
GR
81.5 yrs

Greece performs significantly better than Montana across all family life metrics.

Data: Bureau of Economic Analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), OECD Regional Demography, US Census Bureau (American Community Survey)

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

HelenaRain: 11.2 in/yr (285 mm)
58°/33°F

Avg. annual high / low

AthensRain: 16.3 in/yr (414 mm)
72°/54°F

Avg. annual high / low

MonthsHelenaAthens
Jan–Mar40°/18°F (4°/-8°C)57°/42°F (14°/6°C)
Apr–Jun67°/41°F (19°/5°C)78°/57°F (26°/14°C)
Jul–Sep81°/50°F (27°/10°C)90°/67°F (32°/20°C)
Oct–Dec45°/22°F (7°/-6°C)65°/50°F (18°/10°C)
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MonthHelenaAthens
Jan33°/13°F (0.7°/-10.6°C)54°/41°F (12.5°/5.2°C)
Feb39°/17°F (3.7°/-8.4°C)56°/42°F (13.5°/5.4°C)
Mar48°/24°F (9.0°/-4.3°C)60°/44°F (15.7°/6.7°C)
Apr58°/32°F (14.3°/0.1°C)68°/49°F (20.2°/9.6°C)
May67°/41°F (19.5°/4.9°C)79°/57°F (26.0°/13.9°C)
Jun76°/49°F (24.3°/9.2°C)88°/65°F (31.1°/18.2°C)
Jul86°/54°F (29.8°/12.4°C)92°/69°F (33.5°/20.8°C)
Aug85°/52°F (29.2°/11.2°C)92°/69°F (33.2°/20.7°C)
Sep73°/43°F (22.6°/6.2°C)85°/63°F (29.2°/17.3°C)
Oct59°/33°F (14.8°/0.3°C)74°/56°F (23.3°/13.4°C)
Nov43°/22°F (6.2°/-5.6°C)65°/50°F (18.1°/9.8°C)
Dec32°/12°F (-0.2°/-11.2°C)57°/44°F (14.1°/6.8°C)

Data: National Weather Service National Weather Service, Hellenic National Meteorological Service Hellenic National Meteorological Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Greece. To live, work, or study long-term in Greece, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Greece's immigration authority.

United States passport

United States passport holder visiting Greece

Visa Free
United States passport holders can enter Greece without a visa.
Greece passport

Greece passport holder visiting United States

Electronic Travel Authorisation
Greece passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to enter United States.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Greece than Montana?

Yes — Greece is on average about 21% cheaper than Montana. City-level variation can be significant.

How much money do I need to move to Greece?

Plan for at least 3 months of living expenses — roughly €12,929 in Greece on a $75,000 comparable salary — plus one-off moving costs (flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees).

Can I work remotely from Greece?

Usually fine from major cities in Greece. The harder questions are legal — digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

How is healthcare in Greece compared to Montana?

Greece performs significantly better than Montana across all health & wellbeing metrics.

What's the weather like in Greece compared to Montana?

The average high temperature in Athens is 72°F, compared to 58°F in Helena. Athens receives around 16.3 in of rainfall per year, while Helena gets 11.2 in.

What language do they speak in Greece?

The official language in Greece is Greek. In Montana, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

GR
Population989,41510,533,871
CurrencyUnited States Dollar ($)Euro (€)
LanguagesEnglishGreek
Driving sideRightRight
Calling code+1+30
Time zones111
Emergency number911112