Cost of Living in Montague, CA

With a cost of living index of 78, Montague, CA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 22% cheaper than the national average and 65% below the California state average of 144. Montague is a small community of 1,486 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Montague's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $833 (37% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $181,300 (41% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.3x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Montague is $55,096, which is 27% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 18% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Montague. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.8°F, with summers averaging 70°F and winters around 37°F. Annual rainfall totals 12 inches spread over roughly 80 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.