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Cost of living in Judith Basin County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,710/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,053 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $864 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $410 15%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $160 6%
State tax $152 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Judith Basin County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$825
per month
1 bedroom
$864
per month
2 bedroom
$1,124
per month
3 bedroom
$1,383
per month
4 bedroom
$1,793
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Judith Basin County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,417
per year
Individual earnings
$35,130
per year
Per capita
$38,715
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Judith Basin County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$214,200
Annual property tax
$971

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Judith Basin 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 Judith Basin County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.4%

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 Judith Basin 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 Judith Basin County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.8 min
Drive alone
55.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
24.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Judith Basin County

What it costs to live in Judith Basin County each month.

Single person
$2,710
per month
  • Rent $864
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $410
  • State tax $152
Couple
$3,982
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $577
  • State tax $252
Family
$6,377
per month
  • Rent $1,383
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $577
  • State tax $252

Frequently asked questions about Judith Basin County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Judith Basin County?

In Judith Basin County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $864 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,383 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Judith Basin County?

In Judith Basin County, MT, the average household income is $55,417 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,130 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Judith Basin County?

The estimated cost of living in Judith Basin County, MT is approximately $2,710 per month for a single person, $3,982 for a couple, $6,377 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Judith Basin County?

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

Is Judith Basin County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Judith Basin County, MT would need approximately $2,710 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,417 per year ($4,618 per month). Judith Basin County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Judith Basin County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Judith Basin County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Judith Basin County?

The average home value in Judith Basin County, MT is $214,200, with average annual property taxes of $971, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Judith Basin 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