Cost of Living in Great Falls, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.9
100 = national avg
-2.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,082
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,830
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.8
Food98.9
Transportation76.1
Healthcare99.1
Utilities100.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$979
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,284
per month
The overall cost of living index in Great Falls is 97.9, which is 2.1% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,082 per year to cover basic expenses.