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Cost of living in Fallon County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$3,306/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,817 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,044 32%
Federal tax $676 20%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $334 10%
Transport $320 10%
State tax $232 7%
Energy $160 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Fallon County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$996
per month
1 bedroom
$1,044
per month
2 bedroom
$1,358
per month
3 bedroom
$1,856
per month
4 bedroom
$2,167
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Fallon County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,284
per year
Individual earnings
$51,393
per year
Per capita
$42,214
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Fallon County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$237,000
Annual property tax
$1,359

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Fallon 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 Fallon County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.4%

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 Fallon 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 Fallon County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.8 min
Drive alone
79.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Fallon County

What it costs to live in Fallon County each month.

Single person
$3,306
per month
  • Rent $1,044
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $676
  • State tax $232
Couple
$4,645
per month
  • Rent $1,358
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $853
  • State tax $335
Family
$7,279
per month
  • Rent $1,856
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $853
  • State tax $335

Frequently asked questions about Fallon County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Fallon County?

In Fallon County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,044 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,358 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,856 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Fallon County?

In Fallon County, MT, the average household income is $72,284 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $51,393 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Fallon County?

The estimated cost of living in Fallon County, MT is approximately $3,306 per month for a single person, $4,645 for a couple, $7,279 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Fallon County?

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

Is Fallon County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Fallon County, MT would need approximately $3,306 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,284 per year ($6,024 per month). Fallon County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Fallon County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Fallon County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Fallon County?

The average home value in Fallon County, MT is $237,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,359, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Fallon 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