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Golden Valley Colony, MT

Montana

Golden Valley Colony is a small town in Montana with a population of 22.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
22 Population 105/sq mi density
46°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 54.6%
340% higher than US avg

How Golden Valley Colony Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population22
Median Age28.2 yrs
Density105/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,823
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty54.6%
County GDP$33M
Commute10 min

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation3,778 ft (1,152 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+6.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
Commute10 min
Broadband0.0%

Is Golden Valley Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Golden Valley Colony receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Golden Valley Colony faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 54.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 6.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Golden Valley Colony experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Golden Valley Colony has a population of 22 with a density of 105 people per square mile. The median age is 28.2 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 4.5% Black.

Population

22
Total Population
105
People / sq mi
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.7%
Female 27.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Golden Valley Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Golden Valley Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Golden Valley Colony is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 54.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Golden Valley Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,823
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$44,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate54.6%
340% above US avg
Establishments (County)51
County GDP$33M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.8 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Golden Valley Colony has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,778 ft (1,152 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density105/sq mi
Coordinates46.2592°N, 109.2734°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS30037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 72.4-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+6.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.68
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density105/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access0.0%

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.8 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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