Cost of Living in Frazer, MT

With a cost of living index of 45, Frazer, MT is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 55% cheaper than the national average and 44% below the Montana state average of 89. Frazer is a small community of 346 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Frazer's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $331 (75% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $28,200 (91% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 0.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Frazer is $33,750, which is 55% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 12% 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 Frazer. The area sees an average annual temperature of 43°F, with summers averaging 69°F and winters around 16°F. Annual rainfall totals 12.2 inches spread over roughly 83 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.