Forest Hill Village, MT

Montana

Forest Hill Village is a small town in Montana with a population of 234. Residents earn $25,579 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
234 Population 152/sq mi density
$25,579 Median Income $24,189 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,579 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,579
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

How Forest Hill Village Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population234
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,579
Per Capita$24,189
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$7,210M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Elevation3,052 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
CommuteN/A
Libraries5

Is Forest Hill Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forest Hill Village receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Forest Hill Village has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forest Hill Village is $25,579, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Forest Hill Village has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 50.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Forest Hill Village has a population of 234 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.1%), with 26.9% Hispanic.

Population

234
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Forest Hill Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Forest Hill Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forest Hill Village is $25,579, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Forest Hill Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,579
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,189
Avg Weekly Wage$1,122
IRS Avg AGI$92,813

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,994
County GDP$7,210M

Business (County)

Restaurants450
Healthcare459
Retail491
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home24.8%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied60.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg
In Forest Hill Village, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Forest Hill Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate66.4%
Premature Death7,948/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities459

Crime Rates: Forest Hill Village vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Forest Hill Village has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall50.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,052 ft (930 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates48.1159°N, 114.2625°W
County FIPS30029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities459
Restaurants450
Retail Stores491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home24.8%

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