Black Eagle, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Black Eagle is a small town in Montana with a population of 654. Residents earn $55,588 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
654 Population 425/sq mi density
$55,588 Median Income $27,536 per capita
$179,800 Home Value $234,308 Zillow
$857 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$55,588 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$179,800 home value, $857/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,588
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $857
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.7%
188% higher than US avg

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

People

Population654
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density425/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

C+
Median Income$55,588
Per Capita$27,536
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty35.7%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,800
Rent$857
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,308

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.8 in/yr
Elevation3,456 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+79.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is Black Eagle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Black Eagle receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Black Eagle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Black Eagle is $55,588, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Black Eagle is $179,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $857 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Black Eagle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.8 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Black Eagle has a population of 654 with a density of 425 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 9.6% Hispanic.

Population

654
Total Population
425
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.1%
Female 39.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Black Eagle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Black Eagle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Black Eagle is $55,588, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Black Eagle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,588
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,536
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$67,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.7%
188% 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
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Black Eagle is $179,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $857 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,308.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,800
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,308

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$857
26% below US avg

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-Occupied61.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In Black Eagle, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Black Eagle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma13.4%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Black Eagle has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.8 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,456 ft (1,053 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density425/sq mi
Coordinates47.5277°N, 111.2600°W
County FIPS30013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+79.9%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density425/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants251
Retail Stores335

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home3.4%

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