Fishtail, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Fishtail is a small town in Montana with a population of 79.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
79 Population 136/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $51,963 per capita
$361,800 Home Value $519,620 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $361,800
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.0%
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.0%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population79
Median Age74.5 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$51,963
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$725M
Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$361,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$519,620
Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation4,486 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute15 min
Broadband38.0%
Libraries1

Is Fishtail a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fishtail receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fishtail stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fishtail is $361,800, 28% above the national median.

Education

Fishtail is a highly educated community — 61.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fishtail has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 69.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Fishtail has a population of 79 with a density of 136 people per square mile. The median age is 74.5 years, 92% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

79
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
74.5yrs
Median Age
92% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.8%
Female 34.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fishtail vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fishtail vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fishtail is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Fishtail vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$51,963
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$84,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$725M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare17
Retail29
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fishtail is $361,800, 28% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $519,620.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$361,800
28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$519,620

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.5%

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-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Rate0.89%
In Fishtail, 24.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.0%
25% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure24.2%
Asthma7.4%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress11.7%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate53.5%
Premature Death8,534/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access37.2%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Fishtail has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall69.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,486 ft (1,367 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates45.4481°N, 109.5084°W
County FIPS30095
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 61.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.7-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 17.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.0%
81% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants28
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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