Brandon, MT

Montana

Brandon is a small town in Montana with a population of 67.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
67 Population 152/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $32,601 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 41.0%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age70.2 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans60.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,601
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,216M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Elevation5,706 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.0%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 52%
CommuteN/A
Broadband37.0%
Libraries2

Is Brandon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brandon receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Brandon 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%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Brandon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Brandon has a population of 67 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 70.2 years, 80% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

67
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
70.2yrs
Median Age
80% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.8%
Female 61.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Brandon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Brandon vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Brandon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,601
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$66,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,484
County GDP$2,216M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare193
Retail148
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,998
14% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

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-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,998
14% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities193

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Brandon has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.0 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,706 ft (1,739 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates45.4660°N, 112.1339°W
County FIPS30093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 41.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.5%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.0%
22% above US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.68
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities193
Restaurants131
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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