Ballantine, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Ballantine is a small town in Montana with a population of 293.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
293 Population 322/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,152 per capita
$222,400 Home Value $367,958 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $222,400
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population293
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density322/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,152
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$222,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$367,958

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.4 in/yr
Elevation2,995 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute30 min
Broadband48.1%
Libraries4

Is Ballantine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ballantine receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ballantine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ballantine is $222,400, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ballantine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.4 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Ballantine has a population of 293 with a density of 322 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 13% Hispanic.

Population

293
Total Population
322
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.2%
Female 61.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ballantine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ballantine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ballantine is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Ballantine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,152
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$82,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,794
County GDP$14,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants481
Healthcare612
Retail691
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ballantine is $222,400, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,958.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,400
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,958

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied73.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Ballantine, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities612

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Ballantine has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.4 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,995 ft (913 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density322/sq mi
Coordinates45.9511°N, 108.1428°W
County FIPS30111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 48.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density322/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants481
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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