Cost of Living in Custer, MT

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12%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
45%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Custer Montana National
Cost of living88102100
Groceries102103100
Health care103102100
Housing55101100
Transportation102100100
Utilities107104100
Lifestyle & Entertainment98100100
Household Items100100100
Education & Childcare103102100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Custer is 13% lower than the Montana average
  • The cost of living in Custer is 12% lower than the national average
  • Custer housing is 45% lower than the national average
  • Montana general sales tax is 100% lower than the national average
  • Montana state income tax is 61% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$100,754$8,396$2,351$3,023
      Renters$46,319$3,860$1,081$1,390

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      Montana 1% 6.75%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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