Montana Housing Authority Directory

Montana has 11 housing authorities managing 7,037 Section 8 vouchers across 10 counties. 11 currently have open waiting lists.

Montana's housing market, a blend of growing urban centers and vast rural areas, presents significant affordability challenges driven by rising costs for everyday necessities. This economic pressure disproportionately impacts low-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities, who most frequently require rental assistance to secure stable housing.

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Housing Affordability in Montana

To afford a modest 2-bedroom rental in Montana, a worker must earn $28.99/hour ($60,299/year). At the state minimum wage of $10.55/hour, that requires working 110 hours per week just to cover rent.

Source: NLIHC Out of Reach 2025 · nlihc.org/oor

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