Cost of Living in Carter, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
62.7
100 = national avg
-37.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$27,603
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$65,242
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing60.4
Food74.6
Transportation49.2
Healthcare79.7
Utilities76.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$996
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,307
per month
The overall cost of living index in Carter is 62.7, which is 37.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 60.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $27,603 per year to cover basic expenses.