Cost of Living in Walkerville, MT

With a cost of living index of 77, Walkerville, MT is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 23% cheaper than the national average and 12% below the Montana state average of 89. Walkerville is a small community of 660 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Walkerville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,065 (19% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $147,200 (52% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.3x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Walkerville is $44,226, which is 41% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 29% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. 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 Walkerville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 40.1°F, with summers averaging 60°F and winters around 20°F. Annual rainfall totals 12.8 inches spread over roughly 107 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Helena, 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.