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Cost of living in McCone County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$3,149/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,818 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,153 37%
Federal tax $525 17%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $250 8%
State tax $187 6%
Energy $160 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in McCone County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,100
per month
1 bedroom
$1,153
per month
2 bedroom
$1,500
per month
3 bedroom
$2,050
per month
4 bedroom
$2,393
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in McCone County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,842
per year
Individual earnings
$42,150
per year
Per capita
$38,749
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in McCone County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$197,400
Annual property tax
$1,330

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in McCone 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 McCone County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.8%

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 McCone 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 McCone County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.4 min
Drive alone
63.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
15.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for McCone County

What it costs to live in McCone County each month.

Single person
$3,149
per month
  • Rent $1,153
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $525
  • State tax $187
Couple
$4,708
per month
  • Rent $1,500
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $846
  • State tax $333
Family
$7,394
per month
  • Rent $2,050
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $846
  • State tax $333

Frequently asked questions about McCone County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in McCone County?

In McCone County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,153 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,500 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,050 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in McCone County?

In McCone County, MT, the average household income is $71,842 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,150 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in McCone County?

The estimated cost of living in McCone County, MT is approximately $3,149 per month for a single person, $4,708 for a couple, $7,394 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in McCone County?

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

Is McCone County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in McCone County, MT would need approximately $3,149 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,842 per year ($5,987 per month). McCone County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in McCone County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in McCone County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in McCone County?

The average home value in McCone County, MT is $197,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,330, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does McCone 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