Boneau, MT

Montana

Boneau is a small town in Montana with a population of 284.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
284 Population 120/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $15,724 per capita
N/A Home Value
$303 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $303
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.5%
202% higher than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density120/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$15,724
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty37.5%
County GDP$925M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$303
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Elevation3,248 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+47.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband71.0%
Libraries1

Is Boneau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boneau receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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, high obesity rates. Boneau 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 37.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $303 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Boneau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches, including 34.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Boneau has a population of 284 with a density of 120 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

284
Total Population
120
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Boneau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Boneau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boneau is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Boneau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,724
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.5%
202% above US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$925M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare58
Retail68
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $303 (74% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$303
74% 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-Occupied32.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
In Boneau, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma15.0%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Boneau has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.1 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall34.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,248 ft (990 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates48.2951°N, 109.8738°W
County FIPS30041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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 18.2-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+47.9%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density120/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants56
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home6.4%

Nearby Cities

Compare Boneau with another city: