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Cost of living in Meagher County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,947/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,979 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,037 35%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $405 14%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $160 5%
State tax $151 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Meagher County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$990
per month
1 bedroom
$1,037
per month
2 bedroom
$1,350
per month
3 bedroom
$1,845
per month
4 bedroom
$2,154
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Meagher County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,215
per year
Individual earnings
$34,833
per year
Per capita
$34,766
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Meagher County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$244,400
Annual property tax
$1,705

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Meagher 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 Meagher County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.3%

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 Meagher 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 Meagher County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.2 min
Drive alone
76.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
14.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Meagher County

What it costs to live in Meagher County each month.

Single person
$2,947
per month
  • Rent $1,037
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $405
  • State tax $151
Couple
$4,295
per month
  • Rent $1,350
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $590
  • State tax $256
Family
$6,926
per month
  • Rent $1,845
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $590
  • State tax $256

Frequently asked questions about Meagher County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Meagher County?

In Meagher County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,037 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,350 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,845 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Meagher County?

In Meagher County, MT, the average household income is $56,215 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,833 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Meagher County?

The estimated cost of living in Meagher County, MT is approximately $2,947 per month for a single person, $4,295 for a couple, $6,926 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Meagher County?

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

Is Meagher County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Meagher County, MT would need approximately $2,947 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,215 per year ($4,685 per month). Meagher County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Meagher County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Meagher County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Meagher County?

The average home value in Meagher County, MT is $244,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,705, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Meagher 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