Cost of Living in Sunburst, MT

With a cost of living index of 75, Sunburst, MT is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 25% cheaper than the national average and 13% below the Montana state average of 89. Sunburst is a small community of 386 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Sunburst's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,042 (21% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $135,600 (56% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.7x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Sunburst is $80,938, which is 8% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 15% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Sunburst. The area sees an average annual temperature of 41.8°F, with summers averaging 62°F and winters around 23°F. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches spread over roughly 77 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.