Geraldine, MT

Montana

Geraldine is a small town in Montana with a population of 264. Residents earn $42,639 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
264 Population 463/sq mi density
$42,639 Median Income $26,008 per capita
$73,300 Home Value $244,813 Zillow
$572 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$42,639 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,300 home value, $572/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,639
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $572
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density463/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,639
Per Capita$26,008
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$292M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,300
Rent$572
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,813
Rent Burden18.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation3,145 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband62.8%
Libraries4

Is Geraldine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Geraldine receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Geraldine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Geraldine is $42,639, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Geraldine is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Geraldine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Geraldine has a population of 264 with a density of 463 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

264
Total Population
463
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Geraldine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Geraldine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geraldine is $42,639, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Geraldine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,639
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,008
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$59,301

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)229
County GDP$292M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare12
Retail26
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,671
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Geraldine is $73,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,813.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,300
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,813

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$572
51% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

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)$2,671
24% below US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Geraldine, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death10,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Geraldine has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,145 ft (959 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density463/sq mi
Coordinates47.6020°N, 110.2667°W
County FIPS30015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin. 62.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density463/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants19
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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