Cost of Living in Montana
Montana has 7 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Median rent is lowest in Butte-Silver Bow at $856/mo and highest in Bozeman at $1,717/mo.
Montana at a Glance
Cities Tracked
7
with census data
Avg Cost Index
N/A
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,139
per month
Avg Household Income
$69,933
annual median
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Montana Cities — Full Table
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| Billings | 119,434 | — | $1,138 | $343,400 | $73,712 |
| Missoula | 76,514 | — | $1,189 | $473,100 | $70,392 |
| Great Falls | 60,329 | — | $900 | $257,000 | $63,373 |
| Bozeman | 56,114 | — | $1,717 | $687,900 | $85,747 |
| Butte-Silver Bow | 35,052 | — | $856 | $257,800 | $61,857 |
| Helena | 33,639 | — | $1,092 | $387,300 | $71,036 |
| Kalispell | 28,504 | — | $1,078 | $428,000 | $63,415 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in Montana
What is the cost of living in Montana?
Cost of living varies significantly across cities in Montana. Use the table below to compare individual cities.
What are the cheapest cities to live in Montana?
City-level cost index data for Montana is being compiled. Check back soon.
What is the median rent in Montana?
The average median gross rent across cities in Montana is approximately $1,139/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in Montana?
State income tax information for Montana is not yet available in our database.
What is the sales tax in Montana?
Sales tax information for Montana is not yet available in our database.
Is it expensive to move to Montana?
Check individual city profiles in Montana to estimate your cost of living. Our moving guides offer salary adjustment calculators for popular corridors.
Data last updated: June 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology