Median Income
$64,427
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$270,000
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.2%
42% lower than US avg
How Fortine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population378
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,427
Per Capita$30,983
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$7,210M
Commute50 min
Housing
A
Home Value$270,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation3,126 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute50 min
Libraries5
Is Fortine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fortine receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Fortine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fortine is $64,427, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fortine is $270,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Fortine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Fortine has a population of 378 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 6.6% Hispanic.
Population
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Fortine is $64,427, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,427 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,983 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,122 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,813 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,994 |
| County GDP | $7,210M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 450 |
| Healthcare | 459 |
| Retail | 491 |
| Manufacturing | 194 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,362 |
| 53% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.99% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 49.8 min |
| Work from Home | 30.9% |
The median home value in Fortine is $270,000, 4% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $270,000 |
| 4% below US avg |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,362 |
| 53% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.99% |
In Fortine, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fortine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,948/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 459 |
Crime Rates: Fortine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
Safety Score
Fortine has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.1 inches |
| 60% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 40.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,126 ft (953 m) |
| Area | 7.1 sq mi (18.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.7701°N, 114.8860°W |
| County FIPS | 30029 |