Alder, MT

Montana

Alder is a small town in Montana with a population of 108. Residents earn $39,167 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
108 Population 54/sq mi density
$39,167 Median Income $26,866 per capita
$436,400 Home Value
$717 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$39,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$436,400 home value, $717/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,167
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $436,400
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.2%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population108
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans93.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,167
Per Capita$26,866
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$673M
Commute11 min

Housing

F
Home Value$436,400
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden16.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Elevation5,127 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 27%
Commute11 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries1

Is Alder a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alder receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Alder has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alder is $39,167, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alder is $436,400, making it a premium housing market at 55% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Alder has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Alder has a population of 108 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

108
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Alder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alder vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alder is $39,167, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Alder vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,167
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,866
Avg Weekly Wage$932
IRS Avg AGI$66,763

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)585
County GDP$673M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare35
Retail41
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,343
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.4 min
Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alder is $436,400, 55% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$436,400
55% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

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-Occupied72.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,343
4% below US avg
Effective Rate0.77%
In Alder, 27.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 15.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.2%
15% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure23.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity15.3%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate59.8%
Premature Death5,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access70.3%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Alder has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.0 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,127 ft (1,563 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates45.3216°N, 112.1092°W
County FIPS30001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.4-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.0%
14% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants55
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.4 min
Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.0%

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