Big Timber, MT

Montana · Sweet Grass County

Big Timber is a small town in Montana with a population of 1,530. Residents earn $63,514 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,530 Population 1,561/sq mi density

$63,514 Median Income $31,988 per capita

$235,100 Home Value $422,291 Zillow

$1,009 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr

56 Violent Crime/100K 865 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.1 / 5.0

$63,514 median income, 3.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$235,100 home value, $1,009/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

56 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)

Education

2.2 / 5.0

15.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $63,514

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $235,100

17% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 56/100K

85% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.1%

55% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,009

13% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 29.8%

7% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.6%

71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,530

Median Age38.9 yrs

Density1,561/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans12.8%

Economy

Median Income$63,514

Per Capita$31,988

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty3.6%

County GDP$315M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$235,100

Rent$1,009

Ownership71.4%

Zillow$422,291

Housing Units728

Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

Violent56/100K

Property865/100K

Health

Obesity29.8%

Uninsured9.2%

Smoking13.9%

Depression25.2%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI26 (Good)

Rain16.9 in/yr

Sunny Days311/yr

Elevation4,094 ft (1,248 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.1%

High School+95.6%

Graduate+5.2%

School Score6.32

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 22%

Commute22 min

Broadband85.3%

EV Stations1

Libraries1

Is Big Timber a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Timber receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Big Timber offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Timber is $63,514, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Timber is $235,100, 17% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,009 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Big Timber is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 865 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Big Timber experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 54.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Big Timber has a population of 1,530 with a density of 1,561 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 3.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 12.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,530

Total Population

1,561

People / sq mi

38.9yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Timber vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.6%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.4%

82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Timber vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Timber is $63,514, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,988 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,326. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 273 business establishments, including 17 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Big Timber vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,514
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,988
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,326
IRS Avg AGI	$75,752
Gini Index	0.438 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.6%
	71% below US avg
Establishments (County)	273
County GDP	$315M

Business (County)

Restaurants	17
Healthcare	10
Retail	22
Manufacturing	8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,820
	19% below US avg
Cost of Living	94.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.9 min
Drive Alone	73.5%
Public Transit	5.6%
Work from Home	10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Timber is $235,100, 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $422,291, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,009 (13% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,076 for a one-bedroom to $1,336 for a two-bedroom apartment. 71.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 728 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $2,820 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 19.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$235,100
	17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$422,291

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,009
	13% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$988
1 Bedroom	$1,076
2 Bedrooms	$1,336
3 Bedrooms	$1,789
4 Bedrooms	$2,113

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	71.4%
Owner-Occupied	71.4%
Renter-Occupied	28.6%
Housing Units	728
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,820
	19% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.20%

In Big Timber, 29.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 27.5% have high blood pressure. 13.9% are current smokers. 22.9% report binge drinking. 19.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,241. The dentist ratio is 1:3,715. 72.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	29.8%
	7% below US avg
Diabetes	7.8%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	27.5%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	5.8%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.9%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	22.9%
Physical Inactivity	19.6%
Depression	25.2%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	12.8%
Short Sleep	32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.5%
Uninsured	9.2%
	7% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,241
Dentists	1:3,715
Mental Health	1:627
Checkup Rate	67.8%
Dental Visits	64.3%
Premature Death	7,051/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	72.8%
Healthcare Facilities	10

Big Timber has a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 865 per 100,000, 56% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Big Timber receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	55.8/100K
	85% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	865.4/100K
	56% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	251
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Big Timber experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 311 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 54.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 4,094 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	47.0°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	4,094 ft (1,248 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density	1,561/sq mi
Coordinates	45.8348°N, 109.9483°W
Timezone	America/Denver
County	Sweet Grass County County
Nearest Airport	Bozeman Yellowstone International (BZN) 58 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.9"

55% below US avg

Snowfall 54.6"

Wettest Month (May) 2.80"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

AQI Median	26.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	8.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	54.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Very Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Very Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Very Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low
Volcano	No Rating
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

506 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 19, 2025.

Mar 30, 2014	22 km S of Mammoth, Wyoming	M4.8	131 km
Jun 16, 2017	12 km E of Hebgen Lake Estates, Montana	M4.4	145 km
May 11, 2022	36 km S of Silver Gate, Montana	M4.2	128 km
Nov 24, 2000	24 km S of Mammoth, Wyoming	M4.2	134 km
Aug 16, 2019	4 km NW of Manhattan, Montana	M4.2	110 km
Mar 25, 2008	35 km S of Silver Gate, Montana	M4.2	127 km
Apr 8, 2000	8 km ENE of Townsend, Montana	M4.1	126 km
Aug 6, 2019	3 km NW of Manhattan, Montana	M4.1	109 km
Nov 6, 1997	4 km WSW of Springhill, Montana	M4.0	88 km
Nov 10, 2000	14 km NE of Townsend, Montana	M4.0	126 km
Jul 14, 2019	11 km NNE of Manhattan, Montana	M4.0	103 km
Mar 26, 1994	19 km NE of West Yellowstone, Montana	M3.9	140 km
Sep 18, 2022	22 km SSW of Mammoth, Wyoming	M3.9	134 km
Feb 6, 1999	24 km E of Townsend, Montana	M3.9	113 km
Jan 30, 2023	9 km NNW of Livingston, Montana	M3.8	51 km
Jan 29, 2025	24 km SSW of Mammoth, Wyoming	M3.7	135 km
Jan 9, 2008	18 km NE of West Yellowstone, Montana	M3.7	140 km
Mar 29, 2023	56 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming	M3.7	149 km
Aug 19, 2025	22 km SSW of Mammoth, Wyoming	M3.7	135 km
Sep 24, 1994	39 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming	M3.7	137 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

24 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 1 injury.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 2, 2010	EF2	54 km	0
Jul 20, 1964	EF2	64 km	0
Jun 3, 1971	EF1	91 km	0
Aug 22, 1965	EF1	6 km	0
Jun 15, 1960	EF1	88 km	0
Aug 12, 1958	EF1	90 km	0
Jun 27, 2019	EF0	94 km	0
Aug 9, 2011	EF0	63 km	0
Jun 6, 2011	EF0	88 km	0
Sep 9, 2010	EF0	48 km	0
Aug 11, 2005	EF0	70 km	0
Aug 14, 1999	EF0	87 km	0
Jul 20, 1997	EF0	96 km	0
Jun 5, 1997	EF0	80 km	0
Jun 19, 1991	EF0	96 km	0
Jun 15, 1989	EF0	95 km	0
Jul 6, 1979	EF0	99 km	0
Jul 6, 1979	EF0	99 km	0
Aug 22, 1978	EF0	66 km	0
Aug 22, 1978	EF0	74 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Yellowstone (166 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Yellowstone	Caldera(s)	2,805 m (9,203 ft)	-1350	166 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DERBY (200,993 ac, 2006).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2006	DERBY	200,993	29 km
1988	STORM CREEK	116,027	77 km
1988	HELLROARING	77,598	88 km
2003	HOBBLE	38,365	22 km
2001	FRIDLEY	27,575	79 km
2006	JUNGLE	23,846	47 km
2007	WH COMPLEX (WICKED CREEK)	22,195	76 km
2021	AMERICAN FORK	20,726	48 km
1996	SHEPARD MTN	17,379	73 km
2016	BUFFALO	13,706	99 km
2006	BIG CREEK	13,424	88 km
2013	MINER PARADISE COMPLEX	12,210	89 km
2012	MILLIE	10,497	98 km
1994	BLACK BUTTE	10,231	15 km
2008	CASCADE	10,017	84 km
2010	STUMP GULCH	8,873	51 km
2020	BRIDGER FOOTHILLS	8,291	76 km
2021	TROUT CREEK	7,804	42 km
2012	PINE CREEK	7,707	57 km
2017	CHINN MA	7,029	92 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	0.7 in
February	31°F (-1°C)	0.5 in	Driest
March	36°F (2°C)	0.9 in
April	44°F (7°C)	1.5 in
May	53°F (12°C)	2.8 in	Wettest
June	62°F (17°C)	2.6 in
July	70°F (21°C)	1.5 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	1.3 in
September	57°F (14°C)	1.4 in
October	47°F (8°C)	1.2 in
November	34°F (1°C)	0.7 in
December	27°F (-3°C)	0.6 in	Coldest

Big Timber has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 27°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.5").

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Big Timber is located in Sweet Grass County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 15.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.1% of the vote, a 53.1-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 10 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 5.6% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%

D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 53.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	251
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.1%
	55% below US avg
High School+	95.6%
Graduate Degree+	5.2%
School Test Score	6.32

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density	1,561/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Sweet Grass County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.3%
Avg Download Speed	47.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	10.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	10
Restaurants	17
Retail Stores	22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.9 min
Drive Alone	73.5%
Public Transit	5.6%
Work from Home	10.5%

Average costs for common services in Big Timber. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$237 ($142–$378)
Specialist Visit	$331 ($189–$520)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($95–$331)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,081 ($757–$4,730)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$237 ($142–$378)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$114)
Brake Pad Replacement	$284 ($142–$473)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$568 ($378–$946)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($95–$331)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$95 ($57–$142)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$378 ($142–$757)
HVAC System Install	$6,622 ($3,784–$11,352)
Roof Repair	$946 ($378–$1,892)
Roof Replacement	$8,514 ($5,203–$14,190)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,419 ($473–$3,311)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,190 ($4,730–$28,380)
DUI Defense	$4,730 ($1,892–$9,460)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,419 ($757–$2,838)
Will Preparation	$473 ($189–$946)
Trust Preparation	$2,365 ($946–$4,730)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$95)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$142 ($71–$237)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$76 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.88 ($2.84–$5.20)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.31 ($2.37–$4.73)
Loaf of Bread	$3.59 ($2.37–$5.20)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.26 ($2.84–$6.15)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.20 ($3.78–$7.10)
Rice (per lb)	$0.95 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($76–$237)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$142)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$114)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$95)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$95)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$142)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$473)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,892 ($1,135–$3,311)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.57–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$95 ($28–$237)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,135 ($568–$2,365)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$946 ($473–$1,892)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$378 ($189–$662)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$95)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$946 ($378–$2,365)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,825 ($4,730–$28,380)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$95)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$95 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$95)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$284 ($142–$473)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($95–$378)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$938
Toddler	$978
Preschool	$838
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$738
Toddler	$755
Preschool	$755

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Sweet Grass County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	144	24	$35,555	0.89
Accommodation & Food Services	144	16	$23,298	0.97
Construction	115	42	$47,866	1.34
Manufacturing	78	10	$41,860	0.58
Other Services	64	27	$29,179	1.30
Finance & Insurance	57	9	$68,417	0.86
Arts & Entertainment	37	10	$41,240	1.35
Professional & Technical Services	36	26	$65,172	0.32
Wholesale Trade	21	8	$111,639	0.33
Real Estate	15	10	$78,347	0.59
Information & Technology	6	3	$83,046	0.20
Unclassified	5	3	$21,635	2.20

Hospitals in Big Timber

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
PIONEER MEDICAL CENTER	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(406) 932-4603

Schools in Big Timber

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Big Timber School (Charter)	Elementary	243	18	13.5:1
Sweet Grass Co High Schl (Charter)	High	161	14	11.5:1
Big Timber 7-8 (Charter)	Middle	75	4	18.8:1
Melville School (Charter)	Elementary	32	3	10.7:1

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Radio Stations near Big Timber

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Big Timber

9 campgrounds found near Big Timber.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
IBEX CABIN	4.8/5	1	$35
CRANDALL CREEK CABIN	4.7/5	1	$35
WOODBINE CAMPGROUND	4.7/5	43	$20–$40
FOURMILE CABIN	4.6/5	1	$75
MEYERS CREEK CABIN	4.5/5	1	$90
WEST BOULDER CABIN	4.5/5	1	$75
DEER CREEK CABIN (MT)	4.4/5	1	$45
WEST BRIDGER CABIN	4.0/5	1	$75
Halfmoon Campground	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Big Timber

2 national parks and monuments found near Big Timber.

Park	Type	Fee
Cooney State Park	State Park	Free
Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Big Timber

300+ trails found near Big Timber.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
WEST BOULDER	15.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOONE PEAK	10.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SPECULATOR	8.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GREAT FALLS CREEK	8.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST FORK STILLWATER	7.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SWEET GRASS	7.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLACKTAIL BASIN	7.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DAVIS CREEK	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GREAT FALLS CREEK	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FOURMILE	6.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PLACER BASIN	5.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CROW CREEK	5.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRAHAM CREEK	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST FORK UPPER DEER CREEK	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCK CREEK NORTH	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CASTLE CREEK	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GROUSE CREEK	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
EAST FORK MILL CREEK	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PLACER GULCH	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
CASTLE CREEK	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FALLS CREEK	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TOMATO CAN	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ELEPHANTHEAD	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOWER DEER CREEK	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
TROUT CREEK	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SWEET GRASS	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MEYERS CREEK	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD LOWLINE	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
DEAD INDIAN	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PORCUPINE IBEX	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
ROCK CREEK NORTH	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MIDDLE FORK SWEET GRASS	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHIELDS BIG ELK	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LOWER DEER CREEK	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
BOUNDARY	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TIE CUTTER GULCH	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BEARTRAP	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BAD CANYON	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PLACER BASIN	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DORE CREEK	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
EAST TRUNK	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MIDDLE FORK UPPER DEER CREEK	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CROW CREEK	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH FORK ELK CREEK	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BIG TIMBER CREEK	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST LODGEPOLE	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
EAST FISHTAIL	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INITIAL CREEK	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLACKTAIL CREEK	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MILL CREEK PASS	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GREEN MOUNTAIN	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BLACK BUTTE VIEW	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ROUGH DRAW	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TRESPASS	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DERBY MOUNTAIN	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK SHIELDS	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST FORK UPPER DEER CREEK	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SUNLIGHT LAKE	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BIG TIMBER CREEK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST TRUNK	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JIMS GULCH	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DERBY MOUNTAIN	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SWAMP LAKE	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHELL MTN	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SILVER LAKE	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST FORK UPPER DEER CREEK	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOCO MTN	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RABBIT GULCH	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST FISHTAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST TRUNK	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SUNLIGHT RIDGE	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PASS CREEK	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAGLE CREEK	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BOONE PEAK	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DERBY MOUNTAIN	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SHIELDS LOWLINE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SMELLER LAKE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UPPER LODGEPOLE	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
TRESPASS	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD LOWLINE	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
COTTONWOOD LAKE	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREAT FALLS CREEK	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DRY FORK	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
PORCUPINE IBEX	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
GRAHAM CREEK	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DERBY GULCH	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LOWER LAKE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST FORK WEST BOULDER	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DERBY MOUNTAIN	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GRAHAM CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD LAKE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
TRESPASS	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOWER DEER CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
COTTONWOOD LOWLINE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BOONE PEAK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CROW CREEK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PLACER GULCH	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HORSE CREEK TIE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
RABBIT GULCH	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD LOWLINE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
EAST TRUNK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOCO CREEK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
EAST TRUNK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SWEET GRASS	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOWER DEER CREEK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
DEAD INDIAN	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANYON CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GREEN MOUNTAIN	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LOCO CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
PLACER BASIN	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEPLER	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SUNLIGHT LAKE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MILL CREEK PASS	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST TRUNK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLUE LAKE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COTTONWOOD LOWLINE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SHIELDS BIG ELK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CANYON CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SMELLER LAKE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BOONE PEAK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GRAHAM CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST FISHTAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK AMERICAN FORK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CASTLE CREEK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
STILLWATER PLATEAU	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PORCUPINE IBEX	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
EAST TRUNK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FOURMILE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE ELK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LOWER DEER CREEK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
IBEX	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
PLACER BASIN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEARTRAP	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DERBY GULCH	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SPECULATOR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DAVIS CREEK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PLACER BASIN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TRESPASS	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SHIELDS LOWLINE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GREEN MOUNTAIN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
GREAT FALLS CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PASS CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MEYERS CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GROUSE CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TOMATO CAN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HORSE CREEK TIE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
RABBIT GULCH	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HI HO SILVER	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD LAKE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREEN MOUNTAIN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BAD CANYON	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOCO CR/CASTLE CR. CONNECTOR	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SHIELDS LOWLINE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RABBIT GULCH	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TELEGRAPH CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CASTLE CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOST CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK SHIELDS	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SUNLIGHT RIDGE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ISLAND LAKE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INITIAL CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CASTLE CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST FORK UPPER DEER CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PASS CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE ELK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LOCO CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RABBIT GULCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH BOUNDARY	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
JIMS GULCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GROVELAND	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ELEPHANTHEAD	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TIE CUTTER GULCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD LAKE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
MEYERS CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOST CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BAD CANYON	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STILLWATER PLATEAU	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STILLWATER PLATEAU	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD LAKE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SUNLIGHT RIDGE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DERBY MOUNTAIN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SUNLIGHT RIDGE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GORGE BYPASS	0.5		Yes	—	Yes
SUNLIGHT RIDGE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHELL MTN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CROW CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DERBY MOUNTAIN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
UPPER DERBY RIDGE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WOODBINE FALLS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST FORK WEST BOULDER	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST BOULDER	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOWER DEER CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
LODGEPOLE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE ELK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GROVELAND	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GROVELAND	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TELEGRAPH CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK AMERICAN FORK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHIELDS LOWLINE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DAVIS CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BIG TIMBER CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FISHTAIL CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DERBY MOUNTAIN	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK AMERICAN FORK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GROVELAND	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PASS CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST BOULDER	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD LOWLINE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
GROUSE CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
IBEX	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BEARTRAP	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GREAT FALLS CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST FORK UPPER DEER CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RABBIT GULCH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FALLS CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK AMERICAN FORK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DEAD INDIAN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRAHAM CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK SHIELDS	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GROUSE CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SHIELDS BIG ELK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DAVIS CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GROUSE CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BLACKTAIL LAKE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TELEGRAPH CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHIELDS LOWLINE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BEARTRAP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LIVINGSTON PEAK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST FISHTAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BAD CANYON	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
IBEX	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
STILLWATER RIVER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ELEPHANTHEAD	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RABBIT GULCH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCK CREEK NORTH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RABBIT GULCH	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STILLWATER RIVER	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MEYERS CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FOREST LAKE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ELEPHANTHEAD	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BIG TIMBER CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GREEN MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
EAST FISHTAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NATURAL BRIDGE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OLD 634 OFF CASTLE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
EAST RIM OF NATURAL BRIDGE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GORGE BYPASS	0.2		Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK AMERICAN FORK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DERBY MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ISLAND LAKE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RABBIT GULCH	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE ELK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WOODBINE FALLS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OLD 634 OFF CASTLE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FISHTAIL BASIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ELEPHANTHEAD	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD LAKE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DERBY MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROUGH DRAW	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SPECULATOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST BOULDER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GROUSE CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GROVELAND	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST FORK UPPER DEER CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOCO CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TOMATO CAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOWER DEER CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
BIG TIMBER FALLS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST RIM OF NATURAL BRIDGE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEAD INDIAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SWAMP LAKE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FOURMILE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST TRUNK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WOODBINE FALLS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DAVIS CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LODGEPOLE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BIG TIMBER CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FOURMILE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GREEN MOUNTAIN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
GREAT FALLS CREEK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK AMERICAN FORK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLACKTAIL LAKE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLACKTAIL LAKE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MEYERS CREEK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SUNLIGHT RIDGE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH FORK AMERICAN FORK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHIELDS BIG ELK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
STILLWATER PLATEAU	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes

Historical Trends — Big Timber

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,671	$37,619
2015	1,654	$42,222
2017	1,677	$42,143
2019	1,700	$48,718
2021	1,673	$55,714
2023	1,677	$63,514

Museums in Big Timber

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SWEET GRASS COUNTY MUSEUM SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM	90 FRONTAGE ROAD	4069325126	$31,063
SKY CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Big Timber

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY	314 MCLEOD	0.0	18,772

Farmers Markets in Big Timber

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Big Timber Farmers Market	Corner of Anderson St. & 2nd Ave

Ski Resorts Near Big Timber

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Red Lodge Mountain	65.0	7	2,870	$45	November - April	—	—

Pharmacies in Big Timber

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
PAMIDA - 690	136 MCLEOD STREET	406-932-5316

EV Charging Stations in Big Timber

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
The Fort - Tesla Supercharger	228 Big Timber Loop Road	Tesla		4	TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Big Timber

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
7.6 MI S GLASSTON LAKE, APPROX 7.5 MI NE	TOWER	49
114 FEATHERBED ROAD (108845)	MTOWER	35
114 FEATHERBED ROAD (108845)	MTOWER	35

Fire Stations in Big Timber

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Big Timber Volunteer Fire Department	111 Anderson ST	Volunteer			406-932-5483

Power Plants Near Big Timber

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
BIG TIMBER WIND FARM	ONSHORE WIND TURBINE	221115	-109.7	OP

Bridges in Big Timber

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	1981	79	6,078	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1981	79	6,078	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	145	6,078	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	145	4,913	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1980	396	4,913	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1980	396	4,913	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1938	286	2,120	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1937	25	2,120	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	323	2,120	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1938	380	1,689	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1997	162	1,333	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1980	395	952	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1947	184	657	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1947	38	657	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	67	657	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1947	58	657	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1937	57	553	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1975	206	526	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	65	481	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	78	481	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1923	24	163	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1977	30	133	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	427	128	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	286	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	296	100	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1957	110	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2020	65	100	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	138	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2019	65	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2007	33	100	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2013	47	65	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	102	65	G

Airports Near Big Timber

15 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Mission Field	LVM	Medium Airport
Big Timber Airport	—	Small Airport
Crazy Mountain Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Y Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Garoutte Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Lammers Airport	—	Small Airport
Mackay Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Nye Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Lodge Airport	—	Small Airport
Ryegate Airport	—	Small Airport
Three Cross Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
West Wind Airfield	—	Small Airport
Wheatland County Airport at Harlowton	—	Small Airport
Wilsall Airport	—	Small Airport
Woltermann Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Big Timber

6 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Big T IGA	Grocery Store	110 W 3rd Ave
Family Dollar 10618	Other	330 W 1st Ave
The Fort n/a	Convenience Store	228 Big Timber Loop Rd
Town Pump Of Big Timber #1 0410	Convenience Store	510 W 1st Ave
Town Pump Of Big Timber 6300	Convenience Store	20A Big Timber Loop Rd
Uncommon Beef Llc	Farmers and Markets	407 E 6th Ave

Treatment Centers in Big Timber

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
South Central Montana Regional MHC - Big Timber MH and Addiction Services	Both	406-839-2606

Churches & Religious Organizations in Big Timber

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BIG TIMBER EVANGELICAL CHURCH	PO BOX 696
CHURCH OF GOD	PO BOX 1156
MELVILLE LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 294
MONTANA SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION INC	PO BOX 825
ST MARKS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	PO BOX 626

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Timber

What is the population of Big Timber?

Big Timber has a population of 1,530 residents and is located in Montana. The population density is 1,561 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Big Timber expensive to live in?

Big Timber is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.6 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,514, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $235,100 (17% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,009 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Big Timber safe?

Big Timber is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 865 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Big Timber receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Big Timber?

Big Timber has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches, with 54.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 26.

How is the job market in Big Timber?

Big Timber has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,326. There are 273 business establishments in the area, including 17 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 10.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Big Timber?

The median home value in Big Timber is $235,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $422,291. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,009. Fair market rent is $1,076 for a 1-bedroom and $1,336 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.4%. The average annual property tax is $2,820.

How are the schools in Big Timber?

Schools in Big Timber score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.1% of adults in Big Timber hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Big Timber?

The obesity rate in Big Timber is 29.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.9% of adults are smokers. 19.6% are physically inactive. 25.2% of residents report depression. 9.2% lack health insurance. 72.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,241.

What is transportation like in Big Timber?

The average commute in Big Timber is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.5% of workers drive alone to work, 5.6% use public transit, and 10.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Big Timber?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Big Timber is 88.5% White, 3.3% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 12.8% of the population are military veterans. 17.0% of residents have a disability. 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

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