Absarokee, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Absarokee is a small town in Montana with a population of 998. Residents earn $57,212 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
998 Population 466/sq mi density
$57,212 Median Income $46,460 per capita
$258,100 Home Value $419,507 Zillow
$943 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,212 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$258,100 home value, $943/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,212
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $258,100
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $943
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

How Absarokee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population998
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density466/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,212
Per Capita$46,460
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$725M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$258,100
Rent$943
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$419,507

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Elevation4,044 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Absarokee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Absarokee receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Absarokee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Absarokee is $57,212, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Absarokee is $258,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Absarokee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches, including 47.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Absarokee has a population of 998 with a density of 466 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 8.3% Hispanic.

Population

998
Total Population
466
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Absarokee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Absarokee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Absarokee is $57,212, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Absarokee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,212
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,460
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$84,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$725M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare17
Retail29
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Absarokee is $258,100, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $419,507.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,100
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$419,507

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$943
19% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Absarokee, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Absarokee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death8,534/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access37.2%
Healthcare Facilities17

Crime Rates: Absarokee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Absarokee has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.5 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall47.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,044 ft (1,233 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density466/sq mi
Coordinates45.5276°N, 109.4558°W
County FIPS30095
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 17.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density466/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants28
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home9.9%

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