Finley Point, MT

Montana

Finley Point is a small town in Montana with a population of 436. Residents earn $34,519 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
436 Population 102/sq mi density
$34,519 Median Income $39,233 per capita
$428,700 Home Value
$925 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$34,519 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$428,700 home value, $925/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,519
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $428,700
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.8%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population436
Median Age61.9 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$34,519
Per Capita$39,233
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute21 min

Housing

F
Home Value$428,700
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Elevation2,912 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.8%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Finley Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Finley Point receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Finley Point has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Finley Point is $34,519, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Finley Point is $428,700, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Finley Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Finley Point has a population of 436 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 61.9 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 16.1% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

436
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
61.9yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Finley Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Finley Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Finley Point is $34,519, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Finley Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,519
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,233
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home30.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Finley Point is $428,700, 52% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$428,700
52% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% 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-Occupied76.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Finley Point, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Finley Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Finley Point has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,912 ft (888 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates47.7495°N, 114.0750°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.8%
12% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home30.6%

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