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Cost of Living in Sapphire Ridge, MT

Population: 17 | Montana

88
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Sapphire Ridge is 12% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
63
Home Values
93
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Sapphire Ridge, MT: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 88, Sapphire Ridge, MT is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 12% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Montana state average. Sapphire Ridge is a small community of 17 residents.

The median household income in Sapphire Ridge is $17,500, which is 77% lower than the national median of $75,149. 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 Sapphire Ridge. The area sees an average annual temperature of 40.6°F, with summers averaging 58°F and winters around 24°F. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches spread over roughly 120 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$17,500
vs US Median ($75,149)
-77%

Housing

Median Home Value
$191,700
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$350/mo

Climate in Sapphire Ridge

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

40.6°F
Avg Temperature
16.8"
Rainfall / Year
120d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 37 36 44 50 60 67 78 77 69 53 42 35
Avg °F 25 24 32 37 46 54 61 61 52 41 31 24
Low °F 13 12 20 25 33 40 44 44 36 28 20 13
Rain" 0.6 0.8 0.9 1.6 2.8 3.1 1.7 1.4 1.3 1.3 0.7 0.6

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