Edgar, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Edgar is a small town in Montana with a population of 79. Residents earn $61,591 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
79 Population 116/sq mi density
$61,591 Median Income $38,427 per capita
$235,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$61,591 median income, 35.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$235,700 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,591
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $235,700
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 35.5%
886% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population79
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,591
Per Capita$38,427
Unemployment35.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.5 in/yr
Elevation3,476 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute18 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries4

Is Edgar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgar receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Edgar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgar is $61,591, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 35.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgar is $235,700, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.5 inches, including 30.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Edgar has a population of 79 with a density of 116 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 (96.2%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

79
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.9%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.1%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgar is $61,591, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 35.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Edgar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,591
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,427
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$82,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment35.5%
886% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,794
County GDP$14,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants481
Healthcare612
Retail691
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgar is $235,700, 16% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,700
16% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Rate1.88%
In Edgar, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.4%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities612

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Edgar has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.5 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall30.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,476 ft (1,059 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates45.4593°N, 108.8588°W
County FIPS30111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.68
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants481
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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