Browning, MT

Montana

Browning is a small town in Montana with a population of 990. Residents earn $34,318 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
990 Population 3,536/sq mi density
$34,318 Median Income $13,701 per capita
$121,100 Home Value $133,751 Zillow
$617 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$34,318 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$121,100 home value, $617/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,318
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,100
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.6%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.5%
194% higher than US avg

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

People

Population990
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density3,536/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%

Economy

F
Median Income$34,318
Per Capita$13,701
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty36.5%
County GDP$650M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,100
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,751

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease9.3%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI26 (Good)
Elevation4,375 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute13 min
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Browning a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Browning receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Browning has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Browning is $34,318, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 36.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Browning is $121,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $617 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Browning has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Browning has a population of 990 with a density of 3,536 people per square mile. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (94.7%), with 2.9% White, 1.3% Asian.

Population

990
Total Population
3,536
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Browning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Browning vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Browning is $34,318, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Browning vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,318
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,701
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$46,202

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.5%
194% above US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$650M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare19
Retail41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.6 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Browning is $121,100, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,751.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,100
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,751

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$617
47% 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-Occupied60.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Browning, 44.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 38.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.6%
39% above US avg
Diabetes18.6%
Heart Disease9.3%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma16.4%
COPD12.6%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity38.1%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress26.4%
Physical Distress24.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.5%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death21,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access32.5%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Browning has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,375 ft (1,334 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density3,536/sq mi
Coordinates48.5563°N, 113.0151°W
County FIPS30035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.2%
D 57.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density3,536/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants46
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.6 min
Work from Home3.0%

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