Gallatin River Ranch, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Gallatin River Ranch is a small town in Montana with a population of 191. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
191 Population 27/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $87,991 per capita
$1,388,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$1,388,900 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
67.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,388,900
393% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 67.6%
101% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.9%
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Gallatin River Ranch Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population191
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$87,991
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,875M
Commute34 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$1,388,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity20.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Elevation4,429 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+67.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute34 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries6

Is Gallatin River Ranch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gallatin River Ranch receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Gallatin River Ranch stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gallatin River Ranch is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Gallatin River Ranch among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gallatin River Ranch is $1,388,900, making it a premium housing market at 393% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Gallatin River Ranch is a highly educated community — 67.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Gallatin River Ranch has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Gallatin River Ranch has a population of 191 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

191
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gallatin River Ranch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gallatin River Ranch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gallatin River Ranch is $250,001, which is 233% above 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. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Gallatin River Ranch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$87,991
Avg Weekly Wage$1,273
IRS Avg AGI$116,906

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,787
County GDP$11,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants515
Healthcare577
Retail627
Manufacturing256

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,949
70% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Gallatin River Ranch is $1,388,900, 393% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,388,900
393% 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)$5,949
70% above US avg
Effective Rate0.43%
In Gallatin River Ranch, 20.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 12.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gallatin River Ranch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.9%
35% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure21.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity12.7%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate62.8%
Premature Death4,276/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access86.9%
Healthcare Facilities577

Crime Rates: Gallatin River Ranch vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gallatin River Ranch has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.5 inches
59% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,429 ft (1,350 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates45.9021°N, 111.3294°W
County FIPS30031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 67.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (101% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.2-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.8%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 3.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+67.6%
101% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities577
Restaurants515
Retail Stores627

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.5%

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