Baker, MT
Full City Profile · Montana · Fallon County County
Baker, MT
At a Glance
How Baker Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Baker's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Baker a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Baker residents earn a median household income of $78,971 , which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,034. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 183 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Baker is $198,800 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $190,221. Median rent is $772/month, with 21.8% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Baker reports 222 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 166/100K.
Education
13.9% of adults in Baker hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Baker has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.6 inches.