Carlton, MT

Montana

Carlton is a small town in Montana with a population of 497. Residents earn $81,648 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
497 Population 81/sq mi density
$81,648 Median Income $43,569 per capita
$626,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,648 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$626,400 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,648
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $626,400
122% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,648
Per Capita$43,569
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,926M
Commute31 min

Housing

C
Home Value$626,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation3,177 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute31 min
Libraries3

Is Carlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Carlton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlton is $81,648, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlton is $626,400, making it a premium housing market at 122% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

27.9% 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

Carlton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Carlton has a population of 497 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 7.8% Hispanic.

Population

497
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlton is $81,648, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Carlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,648
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,569
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$80,548

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,394
County GDP$1,926M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare155
Retail167
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,266
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlton is $626,400, 122% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$626,400
122% 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)$4,266
22% above US avg
Effective Rate0.68%
In Carlton, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death6,195/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities155

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Carlton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,177 ft (968 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates46.6912°N, 114.0624°W
County FIPS30081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants96
Retail Stores167

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Work from Home11.2%

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