Cost of Living in Whitefish, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
144.1
100 = national avg
+44.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,410
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$149,879
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing208.8
Food104.4
Transportation108.7
Healthcare103.5
Utilities124.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,289
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,691
per month
The overall cost of living index in Whitefish is 144.1, which is 44.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 208.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,410 per year to cover basic expenses.