Big Stone Colony, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Big Stone Colony is a small town in Montana with a population of 44.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
44 Population 47/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,368 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.7%
285% higher than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density47/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,368
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty47.7%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Elevation3,774 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+38.6%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute20 min
Broadband12.0%
Libraries4

Is Big Stone Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Stone Colony receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Big Stone Colony 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%. The poverty rate of 47.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Stone Colony experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Big Stone Colony has a population of 44 with a density of 47 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

44
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.9%
Female 34.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Stone Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Stone Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Stone Colony is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 47.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Big Stone Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,368
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$67,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate47.7%
285% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,200
County GDP$5,712M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare326
Retail335
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone9.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied25.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities326

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Big Stone Colony has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
59% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,774 ft (1,150 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates47.4001°N, 111.2092°W
County FIPS30013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.3-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+38.6%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density47/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants251
Retail Stores335

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone9.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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