Cost of Living in Winston, MT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
125.6
100 = national avg
+25.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,258
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$130,609
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing176.4
Food94.4
Transportation104.1
Healthcare95.5
Utilities111.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,595
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,748
per month
The overall cost of living index in Winston is 125.6, which is 25.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 176.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,258 per year to cover basic expenses.