Bull Lake, MT

Montana

Bull Lake is a small town in Montana with a population of 185.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
185 Population 102/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $13,250 per capita
$481,300 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 $481,300
71% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female67% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,250
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$880M
Commute46 min

Housing

Home Value$481,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Elevation2,436 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute46 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries3

Is Bull Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bull Lake receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times, high obesity rates. Bull Lake 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%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bull Lake is $481,300, making it a premium housing market at 71% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

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

Bull Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Bull Lake has a population of 185 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 16.2% Hispanic.

Population

185
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.5%
Female 33.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bull Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bull Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bull Lake is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Bull Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,250
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$61,336

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$880M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare63
Retail89
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.8 min
Drive Alone20.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bull Lake is $481,300, 71% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$481,300
71% above 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Rate0.63%
In Bull Lake, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bull Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma13.3%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death9,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities63

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Bull Lake has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,436 ft (742 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates48.2295°N, 115.8526°W
County FIPS30053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 53.4-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 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 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants70
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.8 min
Drive Alone20.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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