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Cost of living in Blaine County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,799/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,997 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $874 31%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $471 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $250 9%
State tax $170 6%
Energy $160 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Blaine County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$841
per month
1 bedroom
$874
per month
2 bedroom
$1,147
per month
3 bedroom
$1,382
per month
4 bedroom
$1,830
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Blaine County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,050
per year
Individual earnings
$38,837
per year
Per capita
$27,817
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Blaine County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$124,900
Annual property tax
$1,901

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Blaine 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 Blaine County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.2%

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 Blaine 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 Blaine County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.9 min
Drive alone
61.0%
Public transit
1.3%
Work from home
15.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Blaine County

What it costs to live in Blaine County each month.

Single person
$2,799
per month
  • Rent $874
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $471
  • State tax $170
Couple
$4,210
per month
  • Rent $1,147
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $735
  • State tax $299
Family
$6,581
per month
  • Rent $1,382
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $735
  • State tax $299

Frequently asked questions about Blaine County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Blaine County?

In Blaine County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $874 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,147 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,382 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Blaine County?

In Blaine County, MT, the average household income is $65,050 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,837 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Blaine County?

The estimated cost of living in Blaine County, MT is approximately $2,799 per month for a single person, $4,210 for a couple, $6,581 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Blaine County?

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

Is Blaine County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Blaine County, MT would need approximately $2,799 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,050 per year ($5,421 per month). Blaine County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Blaine County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Blaine County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Blaine County?

The average home value in Blaine County, MT is $124,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,901, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Blaine 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