Cost of Living in Lewistown, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.7
100 = national avg
-17.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,374
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,974
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing92.2
Food83.8
Transportation67.6
Healthcare87.0
Utilities88.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,102
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,446
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lewistown is 82.7, which is 17.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 92.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,374 per year to cover basic expenses.