Cost of Living in Hamilton, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
99.7
100 = national avg
-0.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,877
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$103,710
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.2
Food90.4
Transportation80.9
Healthcare92.4
Utilities98.7
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 Hamilton is 99.7, which is 0.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,877 per year to cover basic expenses.