Grass Range, MT

Montana

Grass Range is a small town in Montana with a population of 97.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
97 Population 693/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,165 per capita
N/A Home Value $313,003 Zillow
$900 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age70.3 yrs
Density693/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,165
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$23M
Commute34 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$313,003

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation3,483 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute34 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries1

Is Grass Range a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grass Range receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Grass Range has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Grass Range experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 50.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Grass Range has a population of 97 with a density of 693 people per square mile. The median age is 70.3 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

97
Total Population
693
People / sq mi
70.3yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28.9%
Female 71.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Grass Range vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grass Range vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grass Range is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Grass Range vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,165
Avg Weekly Wage$666
IRS Avg AGI$46,590

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)26
County GDP$23M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,003.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$313,003

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg

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-Occupied75.3%

Property Tax

In Grass Range, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grass Range vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate62.6%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access10.1%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Grass Range has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall50.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,483 ft (1,062 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density693/sq mi
Coordinates47.0261°N, 108.8031°W
County FIPS30069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.2-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.7%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density693/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries1

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Work from Home6.7%

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