Box Elder, MT

Montana

Box Elder is a small town in Montana with a population of 39.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
39 Population 49/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $35,185 per capita
$157,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $157,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population39
Median Age24.8 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,185
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$925M
Commute9 min

Housing

Home Value$157,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.3 in/yr
Elevation2,670 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 39%
Commute9 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries1

Is Box Elder a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Box Elder receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Box Elder stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Box Elder is $157,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Box Elder has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Box Elder has a population of 39 with a density of 49 people per square mile. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (51.3%), with 48.7% White.

Population

39
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Box Elder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Box Elder vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Box Elder is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Box Elder vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,185
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.1 min
Drive Alone34.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Box Elder is $157,800, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below US avg

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-Occupied64.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Box Elder, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Box Elder vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.5%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress19.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Checkup Rate62.8%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Box Elder has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.3 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,670 ft (814 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates48.3231°N, 110.0177°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. 17.0% 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+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density49/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants56
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.1 min
Drive Alone34.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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