Hardy, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Hardy is a small town in Montana with a population of 65. Residents earn $78,333 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
65 Population 58/sq mi density
$78,333 Median Income $50,991 per capita
$408,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$78,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$408,300 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,333
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $408,300
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population65
Median Age71.7 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,333
Per Capita$50,991
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute47 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$408,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation3,720 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute47 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries4

Is Hardy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hardy receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Hardy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hardy is $78,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hardy is $408,300, 45% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hardy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 66.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Hardy has a population of 65 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 71.7 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

65
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
71.7yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hardy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hardy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hardy is $78,333, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Hardy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,333
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,991
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$67,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hardy is $408,300, 45% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$408,300
45% 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)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Hardy, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hardy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate66.6%
Premature Death9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Hardy has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall66.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,720 ft (1,134 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates47.1825°N, 111.8155°W
County FIPS30013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.3-point margin. 36.0% 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+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants251
Retail Stores335

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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