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Cost of living in Daniels County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,749/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,524 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $762 28%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $464 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
State tax $169 6%
Energy $160 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Daniels County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$728
per month
1 bedroom
$762
per month
2 bedroom
$992
per month
3 bedroom
$1,356
per month
4 bedroom
$1,583
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Daniels County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,000
per year
Individual earnings
$38,443
per year
Per capita
$35,113
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Daniels County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$177,800
Annual property tax
$1,533

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Daniels 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 Daniels County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
2.3%

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 Daniels 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 Daniels County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
12.9 min
Drive alone
70.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Daniels County

What it costs to live in Daniels County each month.

Single person
$2,749
per month
  • Rent $762
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $464
  • State tax $169
Couple
$3,975
per month
  • Rent $992
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $619
  • State tax $265
Family
$6,475
per month
  • Rent $1,356
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $619
  • State tax $265

Frequently asked questions about Daniels County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Daniels County?

In Daniels County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $762 per month, a two-bedroom averages $992 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,356 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Daniels County?

In Daniels County, MT, the average household income is $58,000 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,443 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Daniels County?

The estimated cost of living in Daniels County, MT is approximately $2,749 per month for a single person, $3,975 for a couple, $6,475 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Daniels County?

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

Is Daniels County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Daniels County, MT would need approximately $2,749 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,000 per year ($4,833 per month). Daniels County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Daniels County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Daniels County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 2.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Daniels County?

The average home value in Daniels County, MT is $177,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,533, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Daniels 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