Fromberg, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Fromberg is a small town in Montana with a population of 452. Residents earn $59,028 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
452 Population 1,027/sq mi density
$59,028 Median Income $29,404 per capita
$176,400 Home Value $388,451 Zillow
$873 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$59,028 median income, 11.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,400 home value, $873/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,028
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,400
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $873
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population452
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density1,027/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C
Median Income$59,028
Per Capita$29,404
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,400
Rent$873
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$388,451

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.5 in/yr
Elevation3,527 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute29 min
Libraries4

Is Fromberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fromberg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Fromberg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fromberg is $59,028, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fromberg is $176,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $873 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fromberg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.5 inches, including 30.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Fromberg has a population of 452 with a density of 1,027 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 7.5% Hispanic.

Population

452
Total Population
1,027
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fromberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fromberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fromberg is $59,028, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Fromberg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,028
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,404
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$82,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,794
County GDP$14,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants481
Healthcare612
Retail691
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fromberg is $176,400, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $873 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,451.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,400
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$388,451
Median List Price$199,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,950
$/Sq Ft$257
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$873
25% below US avg

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-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Rate2.51%
In Fromberg, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities612

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Fromberg has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.5 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall30.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,527 ft (1,075 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Coordinates45.3935°N, 108.9014°W
County FIPS30111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants481
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Work from Home10.0%

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