Montana Cost of Living
Housing costs and affordability data for 56 counties.
Average Monthly Rent
$825/mo
Average Home Value
$251,520
Average Owner Cost
$823/mo
▼29% below national average rent
At a Glance
Average Monthly Rent
$825/mo
29% below national median
Average Home Value
$251,520
11% below national median
Avg. Monthly Owner Cost
$823/mo
51% below national median
Affordability Rating
Affordable
Avg. rent under 30% of income
Most Expensive Counties
All Montana Counties
| County | Median Rent | Home Value | Owner Cost | Rent/Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallatin County | Expensive$1,574/mo | $604,900 | $1,610/mo | 29.0% |
| Madison County | Moderate$1,159/mo | $440,500 | $849/mo | 24.0% |
| Missoula County | Moderate$1,125/mo | $423,100 | $1,425/mo | 29.0% |
| Flathead County | Moderate$1,094/mo | $467,700 | $1,268/mo | 30.0% |
| Yellowstone County | Moderate$1,084/mo | $317,600 | $1,257/mo | 28.0% |
| Sweet Grass County | Moderate$1,073/mo | $295,500 | $839/mo | 23.0% |
| Lewis and Clark County | Moderate$1,062/mo | $358,200 | $1,352/mo | 26.0% |
| Ravalli County | Moderate$1,054/mo | $435,000 | $1,065/mo | 28.0% |
| Treasure County | Affordable$992/mo | $215,300 | $875/mo | 15.0% |
| Broadwater County | Affordable$978/mo | $364,800 | $1,106/mo | 36.0% |
| Stillwater County | Affordable$968/mo | $355,600 | $1,136/mo | 26.0% |
| Wibaux County | Affordable$964/mo | $92,300 | $535/mo | 12.0% |
| Park County | Affordable$927/mo | $429,700 | $1,106/mo | 29.0% |
| Custer County | Affordable$918/mo | $204,200 | $860/mo | 25.0% |
| Cascade County | Affordable$902/mo | $243,300 | $1,046/mo | 27.0% |
| Jefferson County | Affordable$886/mo | $408,000 | $1,166/mo | 20.0% |
| Lake County | Affordable$884/mo | $369,200 | $1,012/mo | 25.0% |
| Carbon County | Affordable$882/mo | $379,300 | $1,003/mo | 24.0% |
| Meagher County | Affordable$871/mo | $244,400 | $682/mo | 20.0% |
| Fergus County | Affordable$868/mo | $202,700 | $710/mo | 23.0% |
| Richland County | Affordable$866/mo | $259,000 | $825/mo | 22.0% |
| Musselshell County | Affordable$865/mo | $221,200 | $686/mo | 24.0% |
| Prairie County | Affordable$827/mo | $167,100 | $672/mo | 23.0% |
| Dawson County | Affordable$823/mo | $187,400 | $796/mo | 19.0% |
| Lincoln County | Affordable$810/mo | $258,700 | $681/mo | 28.0% |
| Silver Bow County | Affordable$810/mo | $223,500 | $944/mo | 29.0% |
| Pondera County | Affordable$806/mo | $179,200 | $621/mo | 21.0% |
| Garfield County | Affordable$802/mo | $178,300 | $594/mo | 23.0% |
| Beaverhead County | Affordable$800/mo | $282,000 | $829/mo | 28.0% |
| Sanders County | Affordable$774/mo | $323,800 | $655/mo | 39.0% |
| Fallon County | Affordable$772/mo | $237,000 | $878/mo | 20.0% |
| Powell County | Affordable$770/mo | $255,700 | $893/mo | 22.0% |
| Golden Valley County | Affordable$769/mo | $203,900 | $664/mo | 16.0% |
| Petroleum County | Affordable$769/mo | $173,700 | $600/mo | 19.0% |
| Valley County | Affordable$769/mo | $198,600 | $803/mo | 29.0% |
| Toole County | Affordable$753/mo | $187,400 | $958/mo | 21.0% |
| Hill County | Affordable$752/mo | $187,600 | $754/mo | 24.0% |
| Teton County | Affordable$750/mo | $235,500 | $859/mo | 26.0% |
| Sheridan County | Affordable$749/mo | $111,600 | $706/mo | 30.0% |
| Mineral County | Affordable$746/mo | $313,600 | $984/mo | 30.0% |
| Wheatland County | Affordable$741/mo | $172,700 | $575/mo | 18.0% |
| Granite County | Affordable$734/mo | $339,500 | $608/mo | 27.0% |
| Carter County | Affordable$731/mo | $176,600 | $581/mo | 29.0% |
| Roosevelt County | Affordable$707/mo | $119,400 | $415/mo | 19.0% |
| Blaine County | Affordable$689/mo | $124,900 | $533/mo | 17.0% |
| Big Horn County | Affordable$686/mo | $148,200 | $537/mo | 19.0% |
| Liberty County | Affordable$668/mo | $116,800 | $718/mo | 24.0% |
| Deer Lodge County | Affordable$661/mo | $209,700 | $827/mo | 27.0% |
| Rosebud County | Affordable$644/mo | $188,900 | $643/mo | 19.0% |
| Phillips County | Affordable$623/mo | $175,000 | $589/mo | 24.0% |
| Powder River County | Affordable$609/mo | $149,400 | $713/mo | 16.0% |
| Daniels County | Affordable$588/mo | $177,800 | $758/mo | 20.0% |
| Glacier County | Affordable$553/mo | $153,400 | $468/mo | 23.0% |
| McCone County | Affordable$543/mo | $197,400 | $635/mo | 15.0% |
| Judith Basin County | Affordable$502/mo | $214,200 | $598/mo | 16.0% |
| Chouteau County | Affordable$485/mo | $185,100 | $608/mo | 16.0% |
Sponsored
Planning a Move?
Researching the cost of living in Montana, Montana? Compare moving quotes from top providers and save on your relocation.
Compare Moving QuotesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.