Montana
Dayton is a small town in Montana with a population of 103. Residents earn $84,688 per year, which is 13% above the national average.
Based on current data, Dayton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Dayton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Dayton is $84,688, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Dayton is $875,000, making it a premium housing market at 210% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Educational attainment is solid, with 48.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Dayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
| English Only | 88.1% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 11.9% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $84,688 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,000 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,531 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,300 |
| County GDP | $1,355M |
| Restaurants | 92 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.54% |
| Commute Time | 45.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $875,000 |
| 210% above US avg |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.54% |
| Obesity | 25.7% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.5% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.7% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 58.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,703/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 21.4 inches |
| 44% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,918 ft (889 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 187/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8649°N, 114.2768°W |
| County FIPS | 30047 |
Winner: Republican by 19.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 48.8% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 187/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 53.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
| Restaurants | 92 |
| Retail Stores | 109 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 45.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |