Cost of Living in Darby, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.4
100 = national avg
-14.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,597
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,866
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.7
Food81.3
Transportation62.6
Healthcare85.0
Utilities89.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,145
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,423
per month
The overall cost of living index in Darby is 85.4, which is 14.6% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,597 per year to cover basic expenses.