Broadus, MT

Montana

Broadus is a small town in Montana with a population of 426. Residents earn $54,792 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
426 Population 1,217/sq mi density
$54,792 Median Income $41,445 per capita
$155,900 Home Value $236,349 Zillow
$588 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,792 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,900 home value, $588/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,792
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,900
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population426
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density1,217/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,792
Per Capita$41,445
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$153M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,900
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,349
Rent Burden16.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation3,031 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+77.6%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute11 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Broadus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broadus receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Broadus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broadus is $54,792, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Broadus is $155,900, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Broadus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Broadus has a population of 426 with a density of 1,217 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 7.5% Hispanic.

Population

426
Total Population
1,217
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Broadus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Broadus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broadus is $54,792, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Broadus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,792
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,445
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$55,101

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)106
County GDP$153M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.0 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Broadus is $155,900, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,349.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,900
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,349

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% below US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

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-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

In Broadus, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate68.0%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Broadus has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,031 ft (924 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,217/sq mi
Coordinates45.4431°N, 105.4083°W
County FIPS30075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.1%
D 11.8%

Winner: Republican by 75.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,217/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.0 min
Work from Home3.1%

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