Cost of Living in Fortine, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.3
100 = national avg
+10.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,534
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,716
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.7
Food99.2
Transportation98.5
Healthcare99.4
Utilities105.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,067
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,170
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fortine is 110.3, which is 10.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,534 per year to cover basic expenses.