Deer Lodge, MT
Full City Profile · Montana · Powell County County
Deer Lodge, MT
At a Glance
How Deer Lodge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Deer Lodge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Deer Lodge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Deer Lodge residents earn a median household income of $53,676 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,527. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 250 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Deer Lodge is $196,400 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $303,999. Median rent is $781/month, with 23.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Safety & Crime
Deer Lodge reports 462 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 759/100K.
Education
21.9% of adults in Deer Lodge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Deer Lodge has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.6 inches.