Dixon, MT

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
270 Population 41/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $16,752 per capita
$159,400 Home Value
$740 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $740/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.8%
84% higher than US avg

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

People

Population270
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$16,752
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty22.8%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Elevation2,510 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries3

Is Dixon a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Dixon has a population of 270 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.1%), with 20% Hispanic.

Population

270
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.7%
Female 39.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dixon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dixon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dixon is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dixon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,752
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.8%
84% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,300
County GDP$1,355M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare98
Retail109
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dixon is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% 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-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Dixon, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma12.8%
COPD10.0%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.1%
Checkup Rate65.4%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Dixon has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.7 inches
56% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,510 ft (765 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.2 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates47.3178°N, 114.3601°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home14.3%

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