Hardin, MT
Full City Profile · Montana · Big Horn County County
Hardin, MT
At a Glance
How Hardin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hardin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hardin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hardin residents earn a median household income of $60,463 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,322. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 270 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hardin is $142,800 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $225,827. Median rent is $726/month, with 25.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Hardin reports 190 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 653/100K.
Education
30.3% of adults in Hardin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hardin has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches.