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Cost of living in Ravalli County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$3,034/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 45,807 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,098 36%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $425 14%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $160 5%
State tax $157 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Ravalli County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,090
per month
1 bedroom
$1,098
per month
2 bedroom
$1,379
per month
3 bedroom
$1,932
per month
4 bedroom
$2,316
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Ravalli County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,323
per year
Individual earnings
$36,081
per year
Per capita
$39,767
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Ravalli County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$435,000
Annual property tax
$2,303

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Ravalli 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 Ravalli County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.8%

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 Ravalli 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 Ravalli County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.3 min
Drive alone
72.0%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
12.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Ravalli County

What it costs to live in Ravalli County each month.

Single person
$3,034
per month
  • Rent $1,098
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $425
  • State tax $157
Couple
$4,645
per month
  • Rent $1,379
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $837
  • State tax $330
Family
$7,334
per month
  • Rent $1,932
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $837
  • State tax $330

Frequently asked questions about Ravalli County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Ravalli County?

In Ravalli County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,098 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,379 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,932 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Ravalli County?

In Ravalli County, MT, the average household income is $71,323 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,081 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Ravalli County?

The estimated cost of living in Ravalli County, MT is approximately $3,034 per month for a single person, $4,645 for a couple, $7,334 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Ravalli County?

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

Is Ravalli County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Ravalli County, MT would need approximately $3,034 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,323 per year ($5,944 per month). Ravalli County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Ravalli County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ravalli County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Ravalli County?

The average home value in Ravalli County, MT is $435,000, with average annual property taxes of $2,303, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Ravalli 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