Cost of Living in Kalispell, MT
Population: 26,830 • 2026 Data
$61,590
Median Household Income
-20% vs national
$1,019
Median Monthly Rent
-24% vs national
$381,400
Median Home Value
+12% vs national
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Kalispell
The median home value in Kalispell, MT is $381,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,019, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,221.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Kalispell, MT is $61,590. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6%, with a labor force of 13,888 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.