Cost of Living in West Kootenai, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.1
100 = national avg
+22.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,705
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$126,938
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing142.5
Food107.1
Transportation114.2
Healthcare105.7
Utilities112.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,067
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,170
per month
The overall cost of living index in West Kootenai is 122.1, which is 22.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 142.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,705 per year to cover basic expenses.