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Cost of living in Sheridan County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,904/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,677 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $972 33%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $422 15%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $160 6%
State tax $156 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Sheridan County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$861
per month
1 bedroom
$972
per month
2 bedroom
$1,174
per month
3 bedroom
$1,637
per month
4 bedroom
$1,643
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sheridan County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,654
per year
Individual earnings
$35,845
per year
Per capita
$41,202
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sheridan County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$111,600
Annual property tax
$1,436

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sheridan 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 Sheridan County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.6%

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 Sheridan 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 Sheridan County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.2 min
Drive alone
71.1%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
4.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sheridan County

What it costs to live in Sheridan County each month.

Single person
$2,904
per month
  • Rent $972
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $422
  • State tax $156
Couple
$4,277
per month
  • Rent $1,174
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $712
  • State tax $292
Family
$6,876
per month
  • Rent $1,637
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $712
  • State tax $292

Frequently asked questions about Sheridan County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sheridan County?

In Sheridan County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $972 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,174 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,637 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sheridan County?

In Sheridan County, MT, the average household income is $63,654 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,845 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sheridan County?

The estimated cost of living in Sheridan County, MT is approximately $2,904 per month for a single person, $4,277 for a couple, $6,876 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sheridan County?

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

Is Sheridan County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sheridan County, MT would need approximately $2,904 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,654 per year ($5,305 per month). Sheridan County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Sheridan County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sheridan County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sheridan County?

The average home value in Sheridan County, MT is $111,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,436, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sheridan 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