1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Livingston, MT
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Livingston, Montana as of July 2026. That's the same as the citywide median and +4% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Livingston
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 Livingston
Compare Livingston'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
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Livingston.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Livingston |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MT | 32 mi | $1,535 | +$195 (+15%) |
| Belgrade, MT | 48.8 mi | $1,540 | +$200 (+15%) |
| Cody, WY | 99.2 mi | $790 | $-550 (-41%) |
| Laurel, MT | 127.3 mi | $1,040 | $-300 (-22%) |
| Helena, MT | 131.3 mi | $1,250 | $-90 (-7%) |
| Butte, MT | 135.7 mi | $1,080 | $-260 (-19%) |
| Billings, MT | 140.8 mi | $1,125 | $-215 (-16%) |
| Great Falls, MT | 143 mi | $927 | $-413 (-31%) |
| Rexburg, ID | 147.5 mi | $890 | $-450 (-34%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Livingston — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Livingston?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Livingston, Montana is $1,340 per month. This is in line with the citywide median of $1,339.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Livingston?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $53,600 ($4,467/month gross), which works out to roughly $25.77/hour at a full-time job.
Is Livingston expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Livingston's 1-bedroom median of $1,340 is +4% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 46th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Livingston rank for 1-bedroom rent in Montana?
Among the 11 cities in Montana with 1-bedroom data, Livingston ranks #7 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Livingston?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Cody ($790), Laurel ($1,040), Helena ($1,250).