Cooke City, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Cooke City is a small town in Montana with a population of 94. Residents earn $41,750 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
94 Population 10/sq mi density
$41,750 Median Income $30,451 per capita
$362,500 Home Value
$1,225 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$362,500 home value, $1,225/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,750
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $362,500
29% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.8%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,225
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans88.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,750
Per Capita$30,451
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$524M
Commute5 min

Housing

D
Home Value$362,500
Rent$1,225
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden40.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp34°F
AQI26 (Good)
Elevation8,128 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.8%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute5 min
Broadband53.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Cooke City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cooke City receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cooke City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cooke City is $41,750, 44% below 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 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cooke City is $362,500, 29% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,225 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cooke City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Cooke City has a population of 94 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

94
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cooke City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.7%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.3%
44% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cooke City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cooke City is $41,750, which is 44% below 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 5 minutes.

Income: Cooke City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,750
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,451
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$78,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)644
County GDP$524M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare28
Retail44
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,205
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.6 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cooke City is $362,500, 29% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,225 (5% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$362,500
29% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,225
5% above US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

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-Occupied50.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,205
20% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Cooke City, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cooke City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death7,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access49.8%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Cooke City has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average34.3°F
36% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,128 ft (2,477 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.7 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates45.0187°N, 109.9119°W
County FIPS30009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 38.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 32.3%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.8%
15% above US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.68
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants62
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.6 min
Work from Home6.7%

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