Dutton, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Dutton is a small town in Montana with a population of 258. Residents earn $55,469 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
258 Population 806/sq mi density
$55,469 Median Income $31,343 per capita
$129,500 Home Value $264,913 Zillow
$788 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,469 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,500 home value, $788/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,469
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,500
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population258
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density806/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,469
Per Capita$31,343
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,500
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,913

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation3,699 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Libraries4

Is Dutton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dutton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Dutton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dutton is $55,469, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dutton is $129,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dutton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Dutton has a population of 258 with a density of 806 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 15.5% Hispanic.

Population

258
Total Population
806
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dutton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dutton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dutton is $55,469, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Dutton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,469
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,343
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$67,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,200
County GDP$5,712M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare326
Retail335
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Dutton is $129,500, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,913.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,500
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$264,913

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% 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-Occupied72.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.14%
In Dutton, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities326

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Dutton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,699 ft (1,127 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density806/sq mi
Coordinates47.8475°N, 111.7143°W
County FIPS30013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density806/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants251
Retail Stores335

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home5.8%

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