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Cost of living in Glacier County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,892/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,713 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,051 36%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $406 14%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $160 6%
State tax $151 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Glacier County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$950
per month
1 bedroom
$1,051
per month
2 bedroom
$1,236
per month
3 bedroom
$1,529
per month
4 bedroom
$1,915
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Glacier County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$45,129
per year
Individual earnings
$34,901
per year
Per capita
$22,605
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Glacier County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$153,400
Annual property tax
$1,246

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Glacier 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 Glacier County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
29.3%

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 Glacier 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 Glacier County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.0 min
Drive alone
65.8%
Public transit
0.9%
Work from home
14.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Glacier County

What it costs to live in Glacier County each month.

Single person
$2,892
per month
  • Rent $1,051
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $406
  • State tax $151
Couple
$3,886
per month
  • Rent $1,236
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $420
  • State tax $201
Family
$6,315
per month
  • Rent $1,529
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $420
  • State tax $201

Frequently asked questions about Glacier County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Glacier County?

In Glacier County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,051 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,236 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,529 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Glacier County?

In Glacier County, MT, the average household income is $45,129 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,901 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Glacier County?

The estimated cost of living in Glacier County, MT is approximately $2,892 per month for a single person, $3,886 for a couple, $6,315 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Glacier County?

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

Is Glacier County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Glacier County, MT would need approximately $2,892 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $45,129 per year ($3,761 per month). Glacier County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Glacier County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Glacier County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 29.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Glacier County?

The average home value in Glacier County, MT is $153,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,246, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Glacier 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