Dewey, MT

Montana

Dewey is a small town in Montana with a population of 27. Residents earn $32,500 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
27 Population 104/sq mi density
$32,500 Median Income $24,704 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$32,500 median income, 3.7% unemployment
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median Age69.8 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans27.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$32,500
Per Capita$24,704
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty30.0%
County GDP$2,216M
Commute7 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Elevation5,502 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 52%
Commute7 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries2

Is Dewey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dewey receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Dewey has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dewey is $32,500, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dewey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Dewey has a population of 27 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 69.8 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.3%), with 29.6% Hispanic.

Population

27
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
69.8yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dewey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dewey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dewey is $32,500, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Dewey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,500
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,704
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$66,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,484
County GDP$2,216M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare193
Retail148
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,998
14% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.0 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.4%

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-Occupied93.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,998
14% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities193

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Dewey has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.3 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall15.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,502 ft (1,677 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates45.7754°N, 112.8529°W
County FIPS30093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.5%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities193
Restaurants131
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.0 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.4%

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