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Cost of living in Sweet Grass County, MT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,936/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,713 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $902 31%
Federal tax $501 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $179 6%
Energy $160 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Sweet Grass County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$836
per month
1 bedroom
$902
per month
2 bedroom
$1,140
per month
3 bedroom
$1,597
per month
4 bedroom
$1,819
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sweet Grass County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$69,426
per year
Individual earnings
$40,665
per year
Per capita
$39,756
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sweet Grass County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$295,500
Annual property tax
$1,452

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sweet Grass 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 Sweet Grass County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.2%

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 Sweet Grass 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 Sweet Grass County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.7 min
Drive alone
70.3%
Public transit
2.2%
Work from home
13.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sweet Grass County

What it costs to live in Sweet Grass County each month.

Single person
$2,936
per month
  • Rent $902
  • Energy $160
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $501
  • State tax $179
Couple
$4,366
per month
  • Rent $1,140
  • Energy $192
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $806
  • State tax $321
Family
$6,959
per month
  • Rent $1,597
  • Energy $240
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $806
  • State tax $321

Frequently asked questions about Sweet Grass County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sweet Grass County?

In Sweet Grass County, MT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $902 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,140 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,597 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sweet Grass County?

In Sweet Grass County, MT, the average household income is $69,426 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,665 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sweet Grass County?

The estimated cost of living in Sweet Grass County, MT is approximately $2,936 per month for a single person, $4,366 for a couple, $6,959 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sweet Grass County?

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

Is Sweet Grass County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sweet Grass County, MT would need approximately $2,936 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $69,426 per year ($5,786 per month). Sweet Grass County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Sweet Grass County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sweet Grass County, MT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sweet Grass County?

The average home value in Sweet Grass County, MT is $295,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,452, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sweet Grass 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