Montana
Dixon is a small town in Montana with a population of 270. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Dixon receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Dixon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Dixon is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Dixon is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Dixon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,750 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $16,752 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,531 |
| Unemployment | 9.4% |
| 161% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.8% |
| 84% above 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 | 2.98% |
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.3% |
| Census Median | $159,400 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $740 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.98% |
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 77.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,703/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 16.7 inches |
| 56% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,510 ft (765 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3178°N, 114.3601°W |
| County FIPS | 30047 |
Winner: Republican by 19.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.9% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 97.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
| Restaurants | 92 |
| Retail Stores | 109 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.3% |