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Cost of living in Beaverhead County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,778/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,590 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $937 34%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $352 13%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $160 6%
State tax $135 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Beaverhead County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$762
per month
1 bedroom
$937
per month
2 bedroom
$1,038
per month
3 bedroom
$1,454
per month
4 bedroom
$1,743
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Beaverhead County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,072
per year
Individual earnings
$31,585
per year
Per capita
$34,683
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Beaverhead County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$282,000
Annual property tax
$1,876

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Beaverhead County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$103
per month · 12.9¢/kWh
Natural gas
$57
per month
Annual total
$1,920
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Beaverhead County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.6%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Beaverhead County

State and local tax rates for Montana.

State income tax
5.9%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
0.0%
Combined sales tax
0.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Beaverhead County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.4 min
Drive alone
76.0%
Public transit
1.1%
Work from home
7.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Beaverhead County

What it costs to live in Beaverhead County each month.

Single person
$2,778
per month
  • Rent $937
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $352
  • State tax $135
Couple
$4,022
per month
  • Rent $1,038
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $620
  • State tax $265
Family
$6,574
per month
  • Rent $1,454
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $620
  • State tax $265

Frequently asked questions about Beaverhead County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Beaverhead County?

In Beaverhead County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $937 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,038 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,454 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Beaverhead County?

In Beaverhead County, MT, the average household income is $58,072 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,585 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Beaverhead County?

The estimated cost of living in Beaverhead County, MT is approximately $2,778 per month for a single person, $4,022 for a couple, $6,574 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Beaverhead County?

The combined sales tax rate in Beaverhead County, MT is 0.00%, which includes the Montana state rate of 0.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Beaverhead County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Beaverhead County, MT would need approximately $2,778 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,072 per year ($4,839 per month). Beaverhead County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Beaverhead County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Beaverhead County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Beaverhead County?

The average home value in Beaverhead County, MT is $282,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,876, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Beaverhead County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources