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Cost of living in Rosebud County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,888/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,236 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $947 33%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $429 15%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $160 6%
State tax $158 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Rosebud County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$843
per month
1 bedroom
$947
per month
2 bedroom
$1,149
per month
3 bedroom
$1,570
per month
4 bedroom
$1,929
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Rosebud County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,430
per year
Individual earnings
$36,300
per year
Per capita
$28,291
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Rosebud County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$188,900
Annual property tax
$1,191

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Rosebud 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 Rosebud County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.0%

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 Rosebud 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 Rosebud County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.2 min
Drive alone
75.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Rosebud County

What it costs to live in Rosebud County each month.

Single person
$2,888
per month
  • Rent $947
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $429
  • State tax $158
Couple
$4,098
per month
  • Rent $1,149
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $593
  • State tax $257
Family
$6,655
per month
  • Rent $1,570
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $593
  • State tax $257

Frequently asked questions about Rosebud County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Rosebud County?

In Rosebud County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $947 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,149 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,570 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Rosebud County?

In Rosebud County, MT, the average household income is $56,430 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,300 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Rosebud County?

The estimated cost of living in Rosebud County, MT is approximately $2,888 per month for a single person, $4,098 for a couple, $6,655 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Rosebud County?

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

Is Rosebud County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Rosebud County, MT would need approximately $2,888 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,430 per year ($4,703 per month). Rosebud County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Rosebud County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Rosebud County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Rosebud County?

The average home value in Rosebud County, MT is $188,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,191, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Rosebud 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