Darby, MT

Montana

Darby is a small town in Montana with a population of 575. Residents earn $40,943 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
575 Population 858/sq mi density
$40,943 Median Income $41,808 per capita
$263,200 Home Value $550,418 Zillow
$883 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$40,943 median income, 1.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$263,200 home value, $883/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,943
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $263,200
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population575
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density858/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,943
Per Capita$41,808
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,926M
Commute19 min

Housing

B
Home Value$263,200
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$550,418

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation3,890 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Libraries3

Is Darby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Darby receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Darby has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Darby is $40,943, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Darby is $263,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Darby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Darby has a population of 575 with a density of 858 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 7% Hispanic.

Population

575
Total Population
858
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Darby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Darby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Darby is $40,943, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Darby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,943
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$80,548

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,394
County GDP$1,926M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare155
Retail167
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,266
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Darby is $263,200, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $550,418.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,200
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$550,418

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% 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-Occupied45.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,266
22% above US avg
Effective Rate1.62%
In Darby, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death6,195/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities155

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Darby has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,890 ft (1,186 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density858/sq mi
Coordinates46.0245°N, 114.1797°W
County FIPS30081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density858/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants96
Retail Stores167

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Work from Home9.1%

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