Cost of Living in Stanford, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.8
100 = national avg
-25.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,902
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$77,769
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.0
Food89.8
Transportation73.2
Healthcare91.8
Utilities85.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$905
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,160
per month
The overall cost of living index in Stanford is 74.8, which is 25.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,902 per year to cover basic expenses.