Cost of Living in Dayton, MT

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23%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
74%
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 Dayton Montana National
Cost of living123102100
Groceries105103100
Health care103102100
Housing174101100
Transportation98100100
Utilities102104100
Lifestyle & Entertainment103100100
Household Items99100100
Education & Childcare101102100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Dayton is 21% higher than the Montana average
  • The cost of living in Dayton is 23% higher than the national average
  • Dayton housing is 74% higher 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$107,031$8,919$2,497$3,211
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      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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