Billings, MT Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Billings, Montana?
$5,910 / month
for a family, 9.4% more expensive than the national average
$2,867 / month
for a single person, 39.9% less expensive than the national average

Billings cost of living score
94.6
Less expensive
5.4% lower
than the US average
5.4% lower
than the Montana average
Billings, Montana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 94.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.4% lower than the U.S. average and 5.4% lower than the average for Montana.

Billings, MT

Housing costs in Billings?
A typical home costs $369,900, which is 9.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.3% less expensive than the average Montana home, at $441,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Billings costs $1,140 per month, which is 20.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 13.2% more than the state average of $990.

Can I afford Billings?
To live comfortably in Billings, Montana, a minimum annual income of $70,920 for a family, and $34,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Billings?
Billings offers a cost of living that's more budget friendly than most places across the United States with median house prices averaging just over $150K and rental costs typically coming in around two thirds that amount respectively - both significantly lower than most parts of Montana outside its largest city. Food items similarly remain right on par with US levels as it lies within a region maintaining a 0% sales tax rate - much lower compared to other parts of the country.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBillingsMontanaUnited States
  94.6100.0100.0
  101.399.6100
  93.399.6100.0
  97.9121.3100.0
  $369,900$441,800$338,100
  95.690.7100
  75.275.2100.0
  112.790.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 1 years ago

I would give this place four stars, but decided to give it five because it’s been so underrated. The five stars is contingent upon the city following through with its  More

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Over 1 years ago

A few people make a living in Billings, most people only make an existents. As for the crime rate, it depends on your point of view. If you compare Billings crime rate  More

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Over 3 years ago

If you enjoy sub zero temperatures in Winter and 100 plus degrees in the Summer. You will love Billings. Snow plowing is almost non existent, so good luck driving for 5  More

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