Cost of Living in Jefferson City, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.6
100 = national avg
+20.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,053
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,399
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing140.1
Food106.5
Transportation112.9
Healthcare105.2
Utilities111.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,070
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,404
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jefferson City is 120.6, which is 20.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 140.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,053 per year to cover basic expenses.