Cardwell, MT

Montana

Cardwell is a small town in Montana with a population of 43.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
43 Population 20/sq mi density
$250,000 Home Value $542,137 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.0%
78% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population43
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans25.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,267
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$651M
Commute44 min

Housing

Home Value$250,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$542,137
Housing Units16

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation4,283 ft (1,305 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.0%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute44 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries4

Is Cardwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cardwell receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Cardwell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cardwell is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Cardwell is a highly educated community — 60.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cardwell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Cardwell has a population of 43 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 9.3% Hispanic.

Population

43
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cardwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cardwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cardwell is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Cardwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,267
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$100,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)619
County GDP$651M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare21
Retail43
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,191
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cardwell is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $542,137.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$542,137

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-Occupied87.5%
Housing Units16
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,191
20% above US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
Cardwell has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. The area enjoys 311 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.0 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,283 ft (1,305 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates45.8651°N, 111.9642°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS30057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 60.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.0%
78% above US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants68
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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