Fairview, MT
Full City Profile · Montana · Richland County County
Fairview, MT
At a Glance
How Fairview Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fairview's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fairview residents earn a median household income of $80,903 , which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,259. The unemployment rate stands at 10.7% (197% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 648 business establishments, including 43 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairview is $178,800 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $263,186. Median rent is $689/month, with 23.8% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Fairview reports 117 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,053/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Fairview hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairview has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches.