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Choteau, MT
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Choteau, MT
At a Glance
How Choteau Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Choteau's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Choteau a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Choteau residents earn a median household income of $53,929 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,518. The unemployment rate stands at 0.5% (86% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 331 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Choteau is $194,900 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $288,323. Median rent is $713/month, with 31.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Choteau reports 192 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,340/100K.
Education
25.4% of adults in Choteau hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Choteau has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.