Special Interest
Housing in Musselshell County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Musselshell County averages $1,138/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Montana median of $1,081 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 38% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Musselshell County FMR Area are $1,022 for a studio, $1,243 for 1‑bedroom, $1,363 for 2‑bedroom, $1,896 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,286 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $225 increase for a 2-bedroom in Musselshell County shows a 20% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Musselshell County was 4.1% in 2024, compared to Montana at 3.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.
