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Cost of living in Powder River County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,596/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,762 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $764 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $476 18%
Groceries $334 13%
State tax $172 7%
Energy $160 6%
Transport $150 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Powder River County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$729
per month
1 bedroom
$764
per month
2 bedroom
$994
per month
3 bedroom
$1,393
per month
4 bedroom
$1,586
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Powder River County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,009
per year
Individual earnings
$39,137
per year
Per capita
$41,750
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Powder River County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$149,400
Annual property tax
$1,237

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Powder River 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 Powder River County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.6%

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 Powder River 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 Powder River County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.1 min
Drive alone
48.2%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
14.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Powder River County

What it costs to live in Powder River County each month.

Single person
$2,596
per month
  • Rent $764
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $476
  • State tax $172
Couple
$3,970
per month
  • Rent $994
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $783
  • State tax $314
Family
$6,485
per month
  • Rent $1,393
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $783
  • State tax $314

Frequently asked questions about Powder River County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Powder River County?

In Powder River County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $764 per month, a two-bedroom averages $994 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,393 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Powder River County?

In Powder River County, MT, the average household income is $68,009 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,137 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Powder River County?

The estimated cost of living in Powder River County, MT is approximately $2,596 per month for a single person, $3,970 for a couple, $6,485 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Powder River County?

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

Is Powder River County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Powder River County, MT would need approximately $2,596 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,009 per year ($5,667 per month). Powder River County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Powder River County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Powder River County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Powder River County?

The average home value in Powder River County, MT is $149,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,237, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Powder River County compare to other areas?

You can compare Powder River County, MT with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Powder River County is in Montana.

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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