Fort Benton, MT Cost of Living


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United States / Montana / No Metro Area / Chouteau County / Fort Benton / Zip Codes

Fort Benton cost of living score
78.6
Less expensive
21.4% lower
than the US average
21.4% lower
than the Montana average
Fort Benton, Montana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.4% lower than the U.S. average and 21.4% lower than the average for Montana.

Fort Benton, MT

Housing costs in Fort Benton?
A typical home costs $233,100, which is 31.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 47.2% less expensive than the average Montana home, at $441,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fort Benton costs $890 per month, which is 37.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 11.2% cheaper than the state average of $990.

Can I afford Fort Benton?
To live comfortably in Fort Benton, Montana, a minimum annual income of $44,640 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fort Benton?
The cost of living in Fort Benton, MT is generally quite affordable. With a median home value of just over $94,000 and average rent of around $615 per month, it's easy to find an apartment or house that won't break the bank. Despite its small size, Fort Benton offers a variety of amenities such as grocery stores, banks, pharmacies, and restaurants that all keep prices competitive. In addition to low housing costs, other expenses like utilities and transportation are also quite reasonable. Consequently, residents of Fort Benton can enjoy a high quality of life while spending much less than in many other areas of the country.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFort BentonMontanaUnited States
  78.6100.0100.0
  98.799.6100
  102.499.6100.0
  59.7121.3100.0
  $233,100$441,800$338,100
  97.4%90.7%100.0%
  71.175.2100.0
  84.690.0100.0

   100=National Average

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