Cost of Living in Kalispell, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.5
100 = national avg
+13.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,961
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,090
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing143.7
Food97.1
Transportation94.1
Healthcare97.7
Utilities107.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,289
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,691
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kalispell is 113.5, which is 13.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 143.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,961 per year to cover basic expenses.