Belfry, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Belfry is a small town in Montana with a population of 240. Residents earn $45,625 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
240 Population 144/sq mi density
$45,625 Median Income $24,203 per capita
$139,600 Home Value $387,254 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$45,625 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,600 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,625
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population240
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C
Median Income$45,625
Per Capita$24,203
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute66 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$387,254

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.5 in/yr
Elevation3,846 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute66 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries4

Is Belfry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belfry receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Belfry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belfry is $45,625, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belfry is $139,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Belfry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.5 inches, including 30.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Belfry has a population of 240 with a density of 144 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 13.3% Hispanic.

Population

240
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Belfry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belfry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belfry is $45,625, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes.

Income: Belfry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,625
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,203
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$82,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above 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 Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time66.0 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Belfry is $139,600, 50% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $387,254.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,600
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$387,254

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$61
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied73.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Belfry, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Belfry has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.5 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall30.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,846 ft (1,172 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates45.1372°N, 108.9981°W
County FIPS30111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants481
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute66.0 min
Work from Home11.0%

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