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Cost of living in Musselshell County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,865/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,068 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,011 35%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $416 15%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $160 6%
State tax $154 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Musselshell County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$956
per month
1 bedroom
$1,011
per month
2 bedroom
$1,303
per month
3 bedroom
$1,826
per month
4 bedroom
$2,188
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Musselshell County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,010
per year
Individual earnings
$35,492
per year
Per capita
$35,879
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Musselshell County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$221,200
Annual property tax
$1,383

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Musselshell 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 Musselshell County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.0%

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 Musselshell 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 Musselshell County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.9 min
Drive alone
65.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
20.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Musselshell County

What it costs to live in Musselshell County each month.

Single person
$2,865
per month
  • Rent $1,011
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $416
  • State tax $154
Couple
$4,238
per month
  • Rent $1,303
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $636
  • State tax $270
Family
$6,897
per month
  • Rent $1,826
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $636
  • State tax $270

Frequently asked questions about Musselshell County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Musselshell County?

In Musselshell County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,011 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,303 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,826 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Musselshell County?

In Musselshell County, MT, the average household income is $59,010 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,492 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Musselshell County?

The estimated cost of living in Musselshell County, MT is approximately $2,865 per month for a single person, $4,238 for a couple, $6,897 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Musselshell County?

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

Is Musselshell County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Musselshell County, MT would need approximately $2,865 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,010 per year ($4,918 per month). Musselshell County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Musselshell County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Musselshell County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Musselshell County?

The average home value in Musselshell County, MT is $221,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,383, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Musselshell 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