Studio Apartment Rent in Livingston, MT
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Livingston, Montana as of July 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $1,339 and +16% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Livingston
Compare Livingston's median rent across every apartment size.
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Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Livingston.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Livingston |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MT | 32 mi | $1,370 | +$280 (+26%) |
| Belgrade, MT | 48.8 mi | $1,370 | +$280 (+26%) |
| Cody, WY | 99.2 mi | $710 | $-380 (-35%) |
| Laurel, MT | 127.3 mi | $1,000 | $-90 (-8%) |
| Helena, MT | 131.3 mi | $1,080 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Butte, MT | 135.7 mi | $940 | $-150 (-14%) |
| Billings, MT | 140.8 mi | $1,070 | $-20 (-2%) |
| Great Falls, MT | 143 mi | $883 | $-207 (-19%) |
| Rexburg, ID | 147.5 mi | $860 | $-230 (-21%) |
Studio rent in Livingston — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Livingston?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Livingston, Montana is $1,090 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $1,339.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Livingston?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $43,600 ($3,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $20.96/hour at a full-time job.
Is Livingston expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Livingston's studio median of $1,090 is +16% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 34th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Livingston rank for studio rent in Montana?
Among the 11 cities in Montana with studio data, Livingston ranks #6 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Livingston?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Cody ($710), Laurel ($1,000), Helena ($1,080).