Gibson Flats, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Gibson Flats is a small town in Montana with a population of 203.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
203 Population 61/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,280 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.1%
191% higher than US avg

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

People

Population203
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density61/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,280
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty36.1%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Elevation3,356 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute17 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries4

Is Gibson Flats a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 36.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Gibson Flats experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Gibson Flats has a population of 203 with a density of 61 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%).

Population

203
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70%
Female 30%

Race & Ethnicity

Gibson Flats vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gibson Flats vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gibson Flats is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Gibson Flats vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,280
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$67,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.1%
191% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,200
County GDP$5,712M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare326
Retail335
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$4,066
16% above US avg
In Gibson Flats, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gibson Flats vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities326

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Gibson Flats has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
59% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates47.4640°N, 111.2404°W
County FIPS30013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.3-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below 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 Density61/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants251
Retail Stores335

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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