Cost of Living in Montana City, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
170.0
100 = national avg
+70.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,806
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$176,815
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing179.3
Food145.7
Transportation191.4
Healthcare136.6
Utilities143.3
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 Montana City is 170.0, which is 70.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 179.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,806 per year to cover basic expenses.