Happys Inn, MT

Montana

Happys Inn is a small town in Montana with a population of 146. Residents earn $47,976 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
146 Population 15/sq mi density
$47,976 Median Income $54,595 per capita
$417,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$47,976 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$417,000 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,976
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $417,000
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population146
Median Age71.6 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$47,976
Per Capita$54,595
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$880M

Housing

D
Home Value$417,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain17.1 in/yr
Elevation3,360 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Broadband68.0%
Libraries3

Is Happys Inn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Happys Inn receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Happys Inn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Happys Inn is $47,976, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Happys Inn is $417,000, 48% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Happys Inn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Happys Inn has a population of 146 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 71.6 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

146
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
71.6yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.6%
Female 64.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Happys Inn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Happys Inn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Happys Inn is $47,976, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Happys Inn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,976
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,595
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$61,336

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$880M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare63
Retail89
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.73%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Happys Inn is $417,000, 48% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$417,000
48% above US avg

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)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Rate0.73%
In Happys Inn, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Happys Inn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate57.0%
Premature Death9,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities63

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Happys Inn has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.1 inches
55% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,360 ft (1,024 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates48.0583°N, 115.1269°W
County FIPS30053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.4-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants70
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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