Cost of Living in Manhattan, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
140.2
100 = national avg
+40.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,686
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$145,804
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing200.8
Food103.3
Transportation106.5
Healthcare102.6
Utilities122.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,642
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,154
per month
The overall cost of living index in Manhattan is 140.2, which is 40.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 200.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,686 per year to cover basic expenses.