Denton, MT

Montana

Denton is a small town in Montana with a population of 198. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
198 Population 279/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $29,886 per capita
$118,800 Home Value $323,914 Zillow
$1,058 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,800 home value, $1,058/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,058
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density279/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$29,886
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$777M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,800
Rent$1,058
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,914

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Elevation3,593 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 23%
Commute14 min
Libraries4

Is Denton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Denton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Denton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Denton is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Denton is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,058 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Denton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Denton has a population of 198 with a density of 279 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

198
Total Population
279
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Denton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Denton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Denton is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Denton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,886
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$65,867

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)580
County GDP$777M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare47
Retail61
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,536
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Denton is $118,800, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,058 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,914.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,800
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,914

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,058
9% 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-Occupied67.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,536
1% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Denton, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death8,198/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities47

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Denton has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,593 ft (1,095 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density279/sq mi
Coordinates47.3222°N, 109.9482°W
County FIPS30027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density279/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants37
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Work from Home10.3%

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