Cost of Living in Dayton, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
230.9
100 = national avg
+130.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$101,616
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$240,182
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food114.7
Transportation175.0
Healthcare111.8
Utilities168.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,104
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,444
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dayton is 230.9, which is 130.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $101,616 per year to cover basic expenses.