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Cost of living in Liberty County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,645/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,968 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $770 29%
Federal tax $509 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 13%
State tax $182 7%
Energy $160 6%
Transport $150 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Liberty County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$735
per month
1 bedroom
$770
per month
2 bedroom
$1,002
per month
3 bedroom
$1,404
per month
4 bedroom
$1,599
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Liberty County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,264
per year
Individual earnings
$41,172
per year
Per capita
$32,500
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Liberty County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$116,800
Annual property tax
$1,204

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Liberty 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 Liberty County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.4%

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 Liberty 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 Liberty County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.0 min
Drive alone
47.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
31.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Liberty County

What it costs to live in Liberty County each month.

Single person
$2,645
per month
  • Rent $770
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $509
  • State tax $182
Couple
$3,664
per month
  • Rent $1,002
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $542
  • State tax $241
Family
$6,182
per month
  • Rent $1,404
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $542
  • State tax $241

Frequently asked questions about Liberty County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Liberty County?

In Liberty County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $770 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,002 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,404 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Liberty County?

In Liberty County, MT, the average household income is $53,264 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,172 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Liberty County?

The estimated cost of living in Liberty County, MT is approximately $2,645 per month for a single person, $3,664 for a couple, $6,182 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Liberty County?

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

Is Liberty County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Liberty County, MT would need approximately $2,645 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,264 per year ($4,439 per month). Liberty County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Liberty County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Liberty County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Liberty County?

The average home value in Liberty County, MT is $116,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,204, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Liberty 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