Arlee, MT

Montana

Arlee is a small town in Montana with a population of 651. Residents earn $53,000 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
651 Population 101/sq mi density
$53,000 Median Income $22,549 per capita
N/A Home Value $494,098 Zillow
$772 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$53,000 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$772/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $772
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.3%
104% higher than US avg

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

People

Population651
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 45%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,000
Per Capita$22,549
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty25.3%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$772
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$494,098

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Elevation3,097 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Arlee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arlee receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Arlee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arlee is $53,000, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $772 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Arlee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Arlee has a population of 651 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (55.5%), with 44.5% White.

Population

651
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Arlee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arlee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arlee is $53,000, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Arlee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,000
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,549
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.3%
104% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,300
County GDP$1,355M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare98
Retail109
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home27.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $772 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $494,098.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$494,098

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$772
34% 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-Occupied59.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
In Arlee, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma13.2%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.1%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Arlee has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.7 inches
56% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,097 ft (944 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates47.1681°N, 114.0836°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 19.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.0%
14% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home27.0%

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