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Cost of living in Powell County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,613/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,029 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $844 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Federal tax $297 11%
Energy $160 6%
State tax $118 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Powell County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$806
per month
1 bedroom
$844
per month
2 bedroom
$1,098
per month
3 bedroom
$1,539
per month
4 bedroom
$1,752
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Powell County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,432
per year
Individual earnings
$28,209
per year
Per capita
$30,316
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Powell County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$255,700
Annual property tax
$1,809

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Powell 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 Powell County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.6%

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 Powell 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 Powell County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.6 min
Drive alone
75.6%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Powell County

What it costs to live in Powell County each month.

Single person
$2,613
per month
  • Rent $844
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $297
  • State tax $118
Couple
$4,196
per month
  • Rent $1,098
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $708
  • State tax $291
Family
$6,773
per month
  • Rent $1,539
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $708
  • State tax $291

Frequently asked questions about Powell County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Powell County?

In Powell County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $844 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,098 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,539 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Powell County?

In Powell County, MT, the average household income is $63,432 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,209 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Powell County?

The estimated cost of living in Powell County, MT is approximately $2,613 per month for a single person, $4,196 for a couple, $6,773 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Powell County?

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

Is Powell County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Powell County, MT would need approximately $2,613 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,432 per year ($5,286 per month). Powell County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Powell County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Powell County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Powell County?

The average home value in Powell County, MT is $255,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,809, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Powell 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