Clinton, MT

Montana

Clinton is a small town in Montana with a population of 884. Residents earn $89,482 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
884 Population 270/sq mi density
$89,482 Median Income $38,483 per capita
$326,100 Home Value $528,294 Zillow
$1,109 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$89,482 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$326,100 home value, $1,109/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,482
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $326,100
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.8%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,109
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population884
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density270/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,482
Per Capita$38,483
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$166M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$326,100
Rent$1,109
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$528,294

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation3,445 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.8%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Clinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clinton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Clinton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clinton is $89,482, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clinton is $326,100, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clinton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches, including 51.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Clinton has a population of 884 with a density of 270 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

884
Total Population
270
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Clinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Clinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clinton is $89,482, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Clinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,482
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,483
Avg Weekly Wage$851
IRS Avg AGI$73,211

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)192
County GDP$166M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare8
Retail22
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,543
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clinton is $326,100, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,109 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $528,294.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$326,100
16% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$528,294
Median List Price$499,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$499,000
$/Sq Ft$367
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,109
5% below US avg

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-Occupied88.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,543
1% above US avg
Effective Rate1.09%
In Clinton, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

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

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.7%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death10,208/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access37.1%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Clinton has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall51.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,445 ft (1,050 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density270/sq mi
Coordinates46.7718°N, 113.7205°W
County FIPS30039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.8%
32% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density270/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants16
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home1.0%

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