Plains, MT Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Plains, Montana?
$6,540 / month
for a family, 21.1% more expensive than the national average A total of $78,480 for the year for a family.
$2,133 / month
for a single person, 55.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $25,600 for the year for a single person.

Plains cost of living score
89.8
Less expensive
10.2% lower
than the US average
10.2% lower
than the Montana average
Plains, Montana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.2% lower than the U.S. average and 10.2% lower than the average for Montana.

Plains, MT

Housing costs in Plains?
A typical home costs $409,800, which is 21.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 7.2% less expensive than the average Montana home, at $441,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Plains costs $840 per month, which is 41.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 17.9% cheaper than the state average of $990.

Can I afford Plains?
To live comfortably in Plains, Montana, a minimum annual income of $78,480 for a family, and $25,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Plains?
The cost of living in Plains, MT is quite reasonable. The median home price for a house in Plains is around $130,000 which is significantly lower than the national median home price of around $205,000. The cost of groceries and other household expenses is also relatively lower compared to other areas of the country. Additionally, the cost of utilities such as electricity and gas are significantly cheaper than other states. This makes Plains an affordable place to live and allows residents to keep more money in their pockets on a monthly basis.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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    Unlock100.0100.0
  99.8  Unlock100.0
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  90.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$441,800$338,100
  86.1  Unlock100.0
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  74.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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