Cost of Living in Deer Lodge, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.5
100 = national avg
-11.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,945
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,051
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing90.5
Food91.0
Transportation82.1
Healthcare92.8
Utilities92.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$884
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,133
per month
The overall cost of living index in Deer Lodge is 88.5, which is 11.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 90.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,945 per year to cover basic expenses.