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Cost of living in Park County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$3,264/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,484 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,306 40%
Federal tax $496 15%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $334 10%
Transport $250 8%
State tax $178 5%
Energy $160 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Park County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,066
per month
1 bedroom
$1,306
per month
2 bedroom
$1,555
per month
3 bedroom
$2,162
per month
4 bedroom
$2,611
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Park County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,607
per year
Individual earnings
$40,417
per year
Per capita
$45,894
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Park County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$429,700
Annual property tax
$2,454

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Park 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 Park County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.5%

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 Park 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 Park County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.6 min
Drive alone
67.4%
Public transit
0.8%
Work from home
15.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Park County

What it costs to live in Park County each month.

Single person
$3,264
per month
  • Rent $1,306
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $496
  • State tax $178
Couple
$4,651
per month
  • Rent $1,555
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $760
  • State tax $307
Family
$7,394
per month
  • Rent $2,162
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $760
  • State tax $307

Frequently asked questions about Park County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Park County?

In Park County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,306 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,555 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,162 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Park County?

In Park County, MT, the average household income is $66,607 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,417 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Park County?

The estimated cost of living in Park County, MT is approximately $3,264 per month for a single person, $4,651 for a couple, $7,394 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Park County?

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

Is Park County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Park County, MT would need approximately $3,264 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,607 per year ($5,551 per month). Park County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Park County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Park County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Park County?

The average home value in Park County, MT is $429,700, with average annual property taxes of $2,454, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Park 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