Cost of Living in Plains, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
71.7
100 = national avg
-28.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,542
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$74,554
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing90.5
Food68.8
Transportation57.2
Healthcare75.1
Utilities79.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$878
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,115
per month
The overall cost of living index in Plains is 71.7, which is 28.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 90.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,542 per year to cover basic expenses.