Elmo, MT

Montana

Elmo is a small town in Montana with a population of 183.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
183 Population 572/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $15,158 per capita
N/A Home Value $745,792 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 24.5%
581% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density572/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 13%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$15,158
Unemployment24.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,355M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$745,792

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation2,912 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+50.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband85.0%
Libraries3

Is Elmo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elmo receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Elmo faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 24.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Elmo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Elmo has a population of 183 with a density of 572 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (87.4%), with 12.6% White.

Population

183
Total Population
572
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Elmo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elmo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elmo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 24.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Elmo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,158
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.5%
581% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $745,792.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$745,792

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-Occupied38.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
In Elmo, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma13.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate31.3%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Elmo has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,912 ft (888 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density572/sq mi
Coordinates47.8290°N, 114.3483°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 85.0% 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+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+50.0%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density572/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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