Crane, MT

Montana

Crane is a small town in Montana with a population of 185. Residents earn $76,007 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
185 Population 73/sq mi density
$76,007 Median Income $22,749 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,007 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,007
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.6%
95% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age16.9 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans90.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,007
Per Capita$22,749
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,188M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Elevation1,916 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
CommuteN/A
Broadband65.0%
Libraries1

Is Crane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crane receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Crane stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crane is $76,007, 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%.

Education

Crane is a highly educated community — 65.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Crane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches, including 30.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Crane has a population of 185 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 16.9 years, 57% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

185
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
16.9yrs
Median Age
57% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Crane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crane is $76,007, which is 1% 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.

Income: Crane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,007
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,749
Avg Weekly Wage$1,214
IRS Avg AGI$79,990

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)648
County GDP$1,188M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare40
Retail52
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,013
14% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$3,013
14% below US avg
In Crane, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death8,321/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Crane has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.5 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall30.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,916 ft (584 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates47.5794°N, 104.2386°W
County FIPS30083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 65.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.6%
95% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants43
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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