Cost of Living in Colstrip, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.6
100 = national avg
+5.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,464
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,823
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.3
Food115.7
Transportation131.5
Healthcare112.6
Utilities104.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$993
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,186
per month
The overall cost of living index in Colstrip is 105.6, which is 5.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,464 per year to cover basic expenses.