Cost of Living in Hardy, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
149.8
100 = national avg
+49.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,914
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$155,796
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing210.9
Food109.9
Transportation119.7
Healthcare107.9
Utilities128.1
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 Hardy is 149.8, which is 49.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 210.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,914 per year to cover basic expenses.