Cost of Living in Dawson County, MT

What does it cost to live in Dawson County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$68,168

Median Rent

$791/mo

Median Home

$197,100

Affordability

457

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$997
Property Tax$181
Insurance$66

Total Monthly$1,244
% of Income21.9%

Renting

Median Rent$791
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$816
% of Income13.9%

Living in Dawson County, Montana

Dawson County has a median household income of $68,168 with housing costs that represent 21.9% of income for owners and 13.9% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.