Azure, MT

Montana

Azure is a small town in Montana with a population of 454. Residents earn $32,279 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
454 Population 101/sq mi density
$32,279 Median Income $10,869 per capita
N/A Home Value
$359 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$32,279 median income, 16.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$359/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,279
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $359
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.1%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.6%
361% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.5%
243% higher than US avg

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

People

Population454
Median Age19.0 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

F
Median Income$32,279
Per Capita$10,869
Unemployment16.6%
Poverty42.5%
County GDP$925M

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$359
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Elevation3,569 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Azure a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Azure receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Azure has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Azure is $32,279, 57% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 42.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $359 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Azure has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches, including 34.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Azure has a population of 454 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 19.0 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 5.5% Asian.

Population

454
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
19.0yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Azure vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Azure vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Azure is $32,279, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 42.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Azure vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,279
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,869
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.6%
361% above US avg
Poverty Rate42.5%
243% above US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$925M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare58
Retail68
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $359 (69% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$359
69% 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-Occupied10.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
In Azure, 47.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 35.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.1%
47% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma16.4%
COPD10.9%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity35.0%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress27.0%
Physical Distress23.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Azure has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.1 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall34.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,569 ft (1,088 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates48.3050°N, 109.8073°W
County FIPS30041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants56
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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