Fox, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Fox is a small town in Montana with a population of 64. Residents earn $53,077 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
64 Population 22/sq mi density
$53,077 Median Income $37,328 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,077 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$500,000 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,077
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.9%
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population64
Median Age72.5 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,077
Per Capita$37,328
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$524M

Housing

F
Home Value$500,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Elevation4,963 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
CommuteN/A
Broadband27.0%
Libraries3

Is Fox a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fox receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Fox offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fox is $53,077, 29% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fox is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fox has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches, including 141.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Fox has a population of 64 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 72.5 years, 86% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

64
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
72.5yrs
Median Age
86% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fox vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fox vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fox is $53,077, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Fox vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,077
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,328
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$78,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)644
County GDP$524M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare28
Retail44
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,205
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home62.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fox is $500,000, 77% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above 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

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,205
20% above US avg
Effective Rate0.84%
In Fox, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death7,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access49.8%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Fox has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall141.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,963 ft (1,513 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates45.2884°N, 109.2125°W
County FIPS30009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 47.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 32.3%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.9%
42% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants62
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home62.5%

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