Cost of Living in King Arthur Park, MT

With a cost of living index of 129, King Arthur Park, MT is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 29% more expensive than the national average and 40% above the Montana state average of 89. King Arthur Park is a small community of 2,343 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in King Arthur Park's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $2,201 (67% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $333,500 (9% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in King Arthur Park is $107,341, which is 43% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 25% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to King Arthur Park. The area sees an average annual temperature of 43°F, with summers averaging 64°F and winters around 22°F. Annual rainfall totals 13.4 inches spread over roughly 107 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Bozeman, MT (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.