Zip 59261 (Saco, MT) Cost of Living


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United States / Montana / No Metro Area / Phillips County / Saco / Saco (zip 59261)

Saco cost of living score
80.8
Less expensive
19.2% lower
than the US average
19.2% lower
than the Montana average
Saco (zip 59261), Montana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 80.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 19.2% lower than the U.S. average and 19.2% lower than the average for Montana.

Zip 59261 (Saco, MT)

Housing costs in Saco?
A typical home costs $147,200, which is 56.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 66.7% less expensive than the average Montana home, at $441,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Saco costs $830 per month, which is 42.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 19.3% cheaper than the state average of $990.

Can I afford Saco?
To live comfortably in Saco (zip 59261), Montana, a minimum annual income of $28,080 for a family, and $29,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Saco?
Living in 59261 Saco, MT is relatively inexpensive compared to many other parts of the country. The cost of living index for the area is just 91.3, which is much lower than the national average of 100. This means that goods and services are about 8.7% cheaper than the national average, making it an affordable place to live. Housing costs are particularly low, with a median home value of just $71,400 and monthly rent typically around $600-800 for a one bedroom apartment. Additionally, food costs are low, with an average grocery bill for a family of four coming in at around $450 per month. All in all, Saco residents can expect to pay significantly less than those living elsewhere in the US.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSacoMontanaUnited States
  80.8100.0100.0
  95.199.6100
  100.099.6100.0
  67.4121.3100.0
  $147,200$441,800$338,100
  96.8%90.7%100.0%
  74.575.2100.0
  77.190.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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