East Helena, MT
Full City Profile · Montana · Broadwater County County
East Helena, MT
At a Glance
How East Helena Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows East Helena's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is East Helena a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
East Helena residents earn a median household income of $53,611 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,841. The unemployment rate stands at 10.2% (183% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 263 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in East Helena is $254,400 , 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $445,405. Median rent is $1,020/month, with 44.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Safety & Crime
East Helena reports 136 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,723/100K.
Education
21.9% of adults in East Helena hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
East Helena has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches.