Big Arm, MT

Montana

Big Arm is a small town in Montana with a population of 142.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
142 Population 26/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $23,077 per capita
N/A Home Value $823,626 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 55.1%
344% higher than US avg

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

People

Population142
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,077
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty55.1%
County GDP$1,355M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$823,626

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation3,834 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+74.5%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband49.0%
Libraries3

Is Big Arm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Arm receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Big Arm faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 55.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Arm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Big Arm has a population of 142 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (60.6%), with 39.4% White.

Population

142
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Arm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Big Arm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Arm is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 55.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Big Arm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,077
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate55.1%
344% 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

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $823,626.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$823,626

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
In Big Arm, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Big Arm vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma13.4%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.5%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Big Arm has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,834 ft (1,169 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates47.7936°N, 114.2700°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+74.5%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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