Cost of Living in Hays, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.0
100 = national avg
-26.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,568
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,978
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing49.6
Food94.2
Transportation73.8
Healthcare95.4
Utilities86.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$902
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,184
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hays is 74.0, which is 26.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 49.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,568 per year to cover basic expenses.