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Chester, MT

Montana · Hill County

Chester is a small town in Montana with a population of 704. Residents earn $53,583 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
704 Population 1,437/sq mi density
$53,583 Median Income $36,857 per capita
$156,900 Home Value $199,422 Zillow
$662 Median Rent 35.4% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
135 Violent Crime/100K 1,556 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,583 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,900 home value, $662/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
135 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $53,583
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,900
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 135/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $662
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population704
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density1,437/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans13.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,583
Per Capita$36,857
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$925M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,900
Rent$662
Ownership56.6%
Zillow$199,422
Housing Units427
Rent Burden35.4%

Crime

F
Violent135/100K
Property1,556/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking18.9%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation3,134 ft (955 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 39%
Commute16 min
Broadband63.9%
Libraries1

Is Chester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chester receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Chester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chester is $53,583, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chester is $156,900, 44% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $662 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Chester is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 135 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,556 per 100,000, 21% below the national average.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches, including 36.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Chester has a population of 704 with a density of 1,437 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 58.9% female and 41.1% male. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 3.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 13.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

704
Total Population
1,437
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Chester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chester is $53,583, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,857. The average weekly wage is $946, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 601 business establishments, including 56 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,583
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,857
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,947
Gini Index0.409 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$925M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare58
Retail68
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Cost of Living94.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Chester is $156,900, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,422, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $662 (43% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,076 for a one-bedroom to $1,336 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 427 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. The average annual property tax is $3,257. 35.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,900
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,422

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$662
43% below US avg
Rent Burden35.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.6%
Owner-Occupied56.6%
Renter-Occupied43.4%
Housing Units427
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.08%
In Chester, 34.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 18.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.5% report binge drinking. 25.6% are physically inactive. 27.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.2% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,471. The dentist ratio is 1:1,148. 71.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma12.6%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,471
Dentists1:1,148
Mental Health1:247
Checkup Rate68.4%
Dental Visits50.8%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities58
Chester has a violent crime rate of 135 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,556 per 100,000, 21% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Chester receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent135.3/100K
64% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,556.2/100K
21% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Chester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 274 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 36.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 3,134 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,134 ft (955 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,437/sq mi
Coordinates48.5113°N, 110.9661°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyHill County County
Nearest AirportCut Bank International (CTB)
65 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.3"
68% below US avg
Snowfall 36.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score50.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability67.1 / 100
Community Resilience38.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 10, 2024.

Aug 16, 1994 27 km W of Chester, Montana M3.9 27 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km SSE of South Browning, Montana M3.8 150 km
May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 141 km
Sep 29, 2009 42 km NW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.6 135 km
Jun 5, 1991 18 km SW of Shelby, Montana M3.6 78 km
Jan 20, 2003 10 km S of Little Browning, Montana M3.5 101 km
Sep 7, 2014 36 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.4 141 km
Nov 17, 1992 39 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.4 132 km
Jan 1, 1993 20 km WSW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 100 km
Aug 15, 1996 33 km WNW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 123 km
Jan 22, 1993 33 km SSE of Raymond, Canada M3.4 131 km
Nov 6, 2002 3 km SSE of Little Browning, Montana M3.4 101 km
Mar 5, 1995 2 km NW of Cut Bank, Montana M3.3 103 km
Jan 11, 2003 44 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.2 138 km
May 29, 2009 11 km S of Little Browning, Montana M3.2 101 km
Apr 4, 1990 4 km WNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.1 106 km
Apr 2, 2014 13 km NNW of Conrad, Montana M3.1 82 km
Jun 9, 2009 20 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.0 115 km
Apr 10, 2024 17 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M2.7 114 km
Jan 8, 2012 8 km W of Valier, Montana M2.6 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

31 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 5 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 5, 1988 EF3 95 km 0
May 7, 1982 EF2 82 km 0
Jun 16, 1995 EF1 70 km 0
Jun 6, 1994 EF1 90 km 0
Jun 1, 1980 EF1 81 km 0
May 25, 1980 EF1 5 km 0
May 25, 1980 EF1 40 km 0
Jun 1, 1977 EF1 92 km 0
May 24, 1977 EF1 16 km 0
Jul 10, 1965 EF1 80 km 0
Jul 1, 1962 EF1 86 km 0
Jun 23, 2018 EF0 99 km 0
Jun 5, 2012 EF0 100 km 0
Jun 2, 1999 EF0 28 km 0
Jun 27, 1996 EF0 5 km 0
Jun 26, 1994 EF0 67 km 0
Jun 26, 1994 EF0 68 km 0
Jun 6, 1994 EF0 71 km 0
Aug 16, 1993 EF0 81 km 0
Jun 21, 1993 EF0 65 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

16 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CENTENNIAL (11,775 ac, 1984).

Year Name Acres Distance
1984 CENTENNIAL 11,775 94 km
1988 LOSTCANYON 4,532 94 km
2008 CHOUTEAU CO COMPLEX 4,365 73 km
1991 POWER 3,822 98 km
2008 UNIT 3 MARSH HAZ FUEL REDUCTION 3,333 98 km
2022 BENTON LAKE UNIT 3 AND 4B 2,996 97 km
2007 CHOUTEAU CO ASST 2,646 93 km
2022 MTBLR-FY22-RX 2,244 99 km
2005 H RX F COMPLEX BROADCAST BURNS 1,747 96 km
2021 BENTON LAKE UNIT 5 1,716 99 km
2012 BIG STRETCH 1,524 87 km
2023 MTBLR-HFR-FY23-RX 1,507 100 km
2018 MTBLR-18-RX-WUI 1,433 100 km
1999 SHIRLEY 1,290 87 km
2021 EAST BOOTLEGGER RX 1,191 99 km
2023 HWY 236 1,049 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 22°F (-5°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 0.6 in
April 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Wettest
July 67°F (20°C) 1.4 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
September 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 0.4 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 0.4 in

Chester has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 16°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (0.3").

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Chester is located in Hill County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 27.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.9% of the vote, a 18.2-point margin. 63.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 58 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score4.88
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,437/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyHill County County

Services

Broadband Access63.9%
Avg Download Speed70.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed23.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants56
Retail Stores68

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%
Average costs for common services in Chester. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $237 ($142–$378)
Specialist Visit $331 ($189–$520)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($95–$331)
Emergency Room Visit $2,081 ($757–$4,730)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $237 ($142–$378)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$114)
Brake Pad Replacement $284 ($142–$473)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $568 ($378–$946)
Battery Replacement $189 ($95–$331)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $95 ($57–$142)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $378 ($142–$757)
HVAC System Install $6,622 ($3,784–$11,352)
Roof Repair $946 ($378–$1,892)
Roof Replacement $8,514 ($5,203–$14,190)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,419 ($473–$3,311)
Divorce (Contested) $14,190 ($4,730–$28,380)
DUI Defense $4,730 ($1,892–$9,460)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,419 ($757–$2,838)
Will Preparation $473 ($189–$946)
Trust Preparation $2,365 ($946–$4,730)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$95)
Hair Coloring (Full) $142 ($71–$237)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $76 ($47–$123)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.88 ($2.84–$5.20)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.31 ($2.37–$4.73)
Loaf of Bread $3.59 ($2.37–$5.20)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.26 ($2.84–$6.15)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.20 ($3.78–$7.10)
Rice (per lb) $0.95 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($76–$237)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$142)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$114)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$95)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$95)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$142)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$473)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,892 ($1,135–$3,311)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.57–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $95 ($28–$237)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,135 ($568–$2,365)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $946 ($473–$1,892)
After-School Care (Monthly) $378 ($189–$662)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$95)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $946 ($378–$2,365)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,825 ($4,730–$28,380)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$95)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $95 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$95)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $284 ($142–$473)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($95–$378)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$912
Toddler$948
Preschool$815
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$737
Toddler$752
Preschool$752
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hill County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 977 50 $55,182 1.01
Retail Trade 961 73 $37,389 1.42
Accommodation & Food Services 743 52 $18,711 1.21
Construction 308 78 $67,535 0.87
Other Services 264 47 $34,825 1.30
Finance & Insurance 223 37 $73,457 0.81
Wholesale Trade 211 24 $53,973 0.79
Information & Technology 166 7 $80,264 1.31
Professional & Technical Services 152 34 $61,583 0.32
Arts & Entertainment 109 20 $15,542 0.96
Transportation & Warehousing 99 21 $57,112 0.35
Educational Services 99 7 $29,582 0.71
Real Estate 63 20 $30,579 0.60
Utilities 63 7 $87,775 2.45
Manufacturing 55 14 $37,112 0.10
Administrative & Waste Services 48 25 $45,844 0.12
Unclassified 2 4 $74,345 0.21

Hospitals in Chester

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
LOGAN HEALTH - CHESTER Critical Access Hospitals Yes (406) 759-5181

Schools in Chester

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Chester-Joplin-Inverness Schl (Charter) Elementary 142 9 15.8:1
Chester-Joplin-Inverness HS (Charter) High 65 6 10.8:1
Chester-Joplin-Inverness 7-8 (Charter) Middle 38 4 9.5:1
Sage Creek Elementary (Charter) Elementary 6 1 6.0:1
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Radio Stations near Chester

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Chester

2 national parks and monuments found near Chester.

ParkTypeFee
Giant Springs State Park State Park Free
Giant Springs State Park State Park Free

Museums in Chester

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LIBERTY VILLAGE ARTS CENTER AND GALLERYART MUSEUM410 MAIN STREET4067595652

Libraries in Chester

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LIBERTY COUNTY LIBRARY110 EAST 1ST STREET0.013,780

Farmers Markets in Chester

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Liberty County Farmers MarketJefferson and 2nd St. WJune to SeptemberThu:5:00 PM - 7:00 PM;Visit
Liberty County Farmers MarketLion's Park Rest StopJune to SeptemberThu:5:00 PM - 7:00 PM;Visit

Cafes in Chester

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spud's Cafe

Gas Stations in Chester

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Conoco

Banks in Chester

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

U.S. Bank

Pharmacies in Chester

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
LIBERTY HEALTH MART PHARMACY 34 1ST STREET EAST 406-759-5225

Cell Towers in Chester

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
US HWY 2 (108809)LTOWER87
US HWY 2 (108809)LTOWER87
1 MILE EAST OF INTERSECTION OF US HWY 2 & BISON ROADLTOWER41

Fire Stations in Chester

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Chester-West Liberty Volunteer Fire Department710 W Monroe AVEVolunteer406-759-5743

Power Plants Near Chester

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
TIBER DAM HYDROELECTRIC PLANTCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-111.1OP

Bridges in Chester

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1953582,244F
CulvertSteel196034515F
CulvertSteel196336407F
CulvertConcrete202028100G

Airports Near Chester

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dutton AirportSmall Airport
Fort Benton AirportSmall Airport
Hellinger AirportSmall Airport
Hutchinson AirportSmall Airport
Liberty County AirportSmall Airport
Lincolns FieldSmall Airport
Pester AirportSmall Airport
Sandy Rock AirportSmall Airport
Tiber Dam AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Chester

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Chester SupermarketGrocery Store1498 US Highway 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chester

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 440
CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH OF CHESTER MONTANAPO BOX 700

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chester

What is the population of Chester?

Chester has a population of 704 residents and is located in Montana. The population density is 1,437 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 58.9% female and 41.1% male.

Is Chester expensive to live in?

Chester is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.6 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $53,583, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $156,900 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $662 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Chester safe?

Chester is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 135 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,556 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Chester receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Chester?

Chester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.3 inches, with 36.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 26.

How is the job market in Chester?

The job market in Chester is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $946. There are 601 business establishments in the area, including 56 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 5.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Chester?

The median home value in Chester is $156,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,422. For renters, the median monthly rent is $662. Fair market rent is $1,076 for a 1-bedroom and $1,336 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,257.

How are the schools in Chester?

Schools in Chester have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 27.0% of adults in Chester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Chester?

The obesity rate in Chester is 34.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.9% of adults are smokers. 25.6% are physically inactive. 27.9% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 71.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,471.

What is transportation like in Chester?

The average commute in Chester is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Chester?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chester is 95.6% White, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino, 1% Asian. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 13.7% of the population are military veterans. 26.4% of residents have a disability. 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

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