Zip 59442 (Fort Benton, MT) Cost of Living


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United States / Montana / No Metro Area / Chouteau County / Fort Benton / Fort Benton (zip 59442)

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 (zip 59442), 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.

Zip 59442 (Fort Benton, MT)

Housing costs in Fort Benton?
A typical home costs $230,700, which is 31.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 47.8% less expensive than the average Montana home, at $441,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fort Benton costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 8.8% cheaper than the state average of $990.

Can I afford Fort Benton?
To live comfortably in Fort Benton (zip 59442), Montana, a minimum annual income of $44,280 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fort Benton?
The cost of living in 59442 Fort Benton, MT is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. The median home price in the area is just over $100,000 and rent prices are also quite affordable. The overall cost of living index for the area is 79.7, which is significantly lower than the national average of 100. Groceries, healthcare, and transportation are all relatively inexpensive as well. This makes 59442 Fort Benton, MT an attractive option for those looking for a more affordable place to live without having to sacrifice quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFort BentonMontanaUnited States
  78.6100.0100.0
  98.799.6100
  102.499.6100.0
  59.2121.3100.0
  $230,700$441,800$338,100
  97.4%90.7%100.0%
  71.175.2100.0
  84.390.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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