Cost of Living in Ennis, MT

With a cost of living index of 90, Ennis, MT is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 10% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Montana state average. Ennis is a small community of 615 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Ennis's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $805 (39% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $402,300 (32% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 6.6x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Ennis is $60,880, which is 19% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 16% 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 Ennis. The area sees an average annual temperature of 41.8°F, with summers averaging 62°F and winters around 23°F. Annual rainfall totals 9.8 inches spread over roughly 80 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.