Geyser, MT

Montana

Geyser is a small town in Montana with a population of 66. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
66 Population 74/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $29,779 per capita
$98,300 Home Value $300,292 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,300 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans63.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$29,779
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$139M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,292

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Elevation4,157 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute19 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries2

Is Geyser a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Geyser receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Geyser stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Geyser is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Geyser is $98,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Geyser has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Geyser has a population of 66 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

66
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.2%
Female 28.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Geyser vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Geyser vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geyser is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Geyser vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,779
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$57,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)115
County GDP$139M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare7
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Geyser is $98,300, 65% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,292.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$300,292

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-Occupied79.5%

Property Tax

In Geyser, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death8,360/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access11.9%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Geyser has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.3 inches
54% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,157 ft (1,267 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates47.2633°N, 110.4927°W
County FIPS30045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.7%
D 19.6%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants5
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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