Cost of Living in Columbus, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.2
100 = national avg
+2.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,951
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,247
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing111.2
Food97.8
Transportation95.5
Healthcare98.2
Utilities100.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$958
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,257
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus is 102.2, which is 2.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,951 per year to cover basic expenses.