1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Great Falls, MT
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Great Falls, Montana as of July 2026. That's +32% lower than the citywide median of $1,367 and +34% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Great Falls
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Great Falls
Compare Great Falls's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Montana
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Montana
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Most nearby cities have similar or higher 1-bedroom rents than Great Falls.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Great Falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helena, MT | 90.6 mi | $1,250 | +$323 (+35%) |
| Belgrade, MT | 104.7 mi | $1,540 | +$613 (+66%) |
| Bozeman, MT | 124.9 mi | $1,535 | +$608 (+66%) |
| Butte, MT | 128.9 mi | $1,080 | +$153 (+17%) |
| Livingston, MT | 143 mi | $1,340 | +$413 (+45%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Great Falls — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Great Falls?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Great Falls, Montana is $927 per month. This is +32% below the citywide median of $1,367.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Great Falls?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $37,080 ($3,090/month gross), which works out to roughly $17.83/hour at a full-time job.
Is Great Falls expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Great Falls's 1-bedroom median of $927 is +34% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 15th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Great Falls rank for 1-bedroom rent in Montana?
Among the 11 cities in Montana with 1-bedroom data, Great Falls ranks #1 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Great Falls?
Most nearby cities have similar or higher 1-bedroom rents than Great Falls.