Froid, MT

Montana

Froid is a small town in Montana with a population of 304. Residents earn $70,750 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
304 Population 490/sq mi density
$70,750 Median Income $27,890 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,750 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,750
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.1%
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population304
Median Age15.5 yrs
Density490/mi²
Male / Female36% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,750
Per Capita$27,890
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$549M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Elevation2,039 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.1%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 43%
Commute34 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries3

Is Froid a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Froid receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Froid stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Froid is $70,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Froid is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Froid is a highly educated community — 51.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Froid has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Froid has a population of 304 with a density of 490 people per square mile. The median age is 15.5 years, 60% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (53.6%), with 45.7% White.

Population

304
Total Population
490
People / sq mi
15.5yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.5%
Female 64.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Froid vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Froid vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Froid is $70,750, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Froid vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,750
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,890
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$54,069

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)274
County GDP$549M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare11
Retail35
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,683
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Froid is $85,000, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% 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

Owner-Occupied73.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,683
23% below US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Froid, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Checkup Rate68.3%
Premature Death32,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access37.6%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Froid has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.1 inches
63% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,039 ft (621 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density490/sq mi
Coordinates48.3380°N, 104.4908°W
County FIPS30085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 51.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.6-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%
D 42.9%

Winner: Republican by 9.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.1%
52% above US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density490/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants27
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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