Drummond, MT

Montana

Drummond is a small town in Montana with a population of 255. Residents earn $44,375 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
255 Population 472/sq mi density
$44,375 Median Income $25,649 per capita
$210,000 Home Value $365,475 Zillow
$608 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,375 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$210,000 home value, $608/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,000
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $608
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population255
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density472/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$25,649
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$166M
Commute9 min

Housing

A
Home Value$210,000
Rent$608
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$365,475

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation3,953 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+83.2%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute9 min
Libraries2

Is Drummond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Drummond receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Drummond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Drummond is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Drummond is $210,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $608 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Drummond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 30.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Drummond has a population of 255 with a density of 472 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

255
Total Population
472
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Drummond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Drummond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Drummond is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Drummond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,375
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,649
Avg Weekly Wage$851
IRS Avg AGI$73,211

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)192
County GDP$166M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare8
Retail22
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,543
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Drummond is $210,000, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $608 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $365,475.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,000
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$365,475

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$608
48% 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-Occupied75.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,543
1% above US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Drummond, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Checkup Rate68.4%
Premature Death10,208/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access37.1%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Drummond has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall30.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,953 ft (1,205 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density472/sq mi
Coordinates46.6666°N, 113.1470°W
County FIPS30039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+83.2%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density472/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants16
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

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