Ennis, MT

Montana

Ennis is a small town in Montana with a population of 615. Residents earn $60,880 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
615 Population 831/sq mi density
$60,880 Median Income $37,623 per capita
$402,300 Home Value $620,428 Zillow
$805 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
117 Violent Crime/100K 584 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$60,880 median income, 0.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$402,300 home value, $805/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
117 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,880
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $402,300
43% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 117/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $805
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population615
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density831/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,880
Per Capita$37,623
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$651M
Commute20 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$402,300
Rent$805
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$620,428

Crime

F
Violent117/100K
Property584/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Elevation4,955 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Ennis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ennis receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Ennis has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ennis is $60,880, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ennis is $402,300, 43% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ennis is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 584 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ennis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches, including 44.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Ennis has a population of 615 with a density of 831 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

615
Total Population
831
People / sq mi
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ennis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ennis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ennis is $60,880, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Ennis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,880
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,623
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$100,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)619
County GDP$651M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare21
Retail43
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,191
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ennis is $402,300, 43% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $805 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $620,428.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$402,300
43% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$620,428

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$805
31% 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-Occupied77.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,191
20% above US avg
Effective Rate1.04%
In Ennis, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 16.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity16.1%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Checkup Rate68.4%
Premature Death5,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access29.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Ennis has a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 584 per 100,000 (70% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent116.8/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape116.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property584.1/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft350.5/100K
Vehicle Theft233.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ennis has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.0 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall44.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,955 ft (1,510 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density831/sq mi
Coordinates45.3461°N, 111.7313°W
County FIPS30057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density831/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants68
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home4.3%

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