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Cost of living in Hill County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,934/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,260 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,003 34%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $421 14%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $160 5%
State tax $156 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Hill County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$929
per month
1 bedroom
$1,003
per month
2 bedroom
$1,266
per month
3 bedroom
$1,672
per month
4 bedroom
$1,678
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hill County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,313
per year
Individual earnings
$35,828
per year
Per capita
$29,497
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hill County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$187,600
Annual property tax
$2,026

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hill 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 Hill County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.7%

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 Hill 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 Hill County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.6 min
Drive alone
72.9%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
4.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hill County

What it costs to live in Hill County each month.

Single person
$2,934
per month
  • Rent $1,003
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $421
  • State tax $156
Couple
$4,191
per month
  • Rent $1,266
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $575
  • State tax $251
Family
$6,733
per month
  • Rent $1,672
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $575
  • State tax $251

Frequently asked questions about Hill County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hill County?

In Hill County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,003 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,266 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,672 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hill County?

In Hill County, MT, the average household income is $55,313 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,828 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hill County?

The estimated cost of living in Hill County, MT is approximately $2,934 per month for a single person, $4,191 for a couple, $6,733 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hill County?

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

Is Hill County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hill County, MT would need approximately $2,934 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,313 per year ($4,609 per month). Hill County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hill County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hill County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hill County?

The average home value in Hill County, MT is $187,600, with average annual property taxes of $2,026, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hill 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