Cost of Living in Lincoln, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.3
100 = national avg
-11.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,873
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,882
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing104.4
Food85.1
Transportation70.2
Healthcare88.1
Utilities91.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,319
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,647
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lincoln is 88.3, which is 11.7% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 104.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,873 per year to cover basic expenses.