Alberton, MT
Full City Profile · Montana · Lake County County
Alberton, MT
At a Glance
How Alberton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Alberton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Alberton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Alberton residents earn a median household income of $71,250 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,182. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,300 business establishments, including 92 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Alberton is $247,000 , 12% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $520,288. Median rent is $1,161/month, with 34.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Education
17.4% of adults in Alberton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Alberton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches.