Harlowton, MT

Montana

Harlowton is a small town in Montana with a population of 1,054. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,054 Population 1,673/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $28,987 per capita
$178,800 Home Value $154,133 Zillow
$766 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$178,800 home value, $766/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $766
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,054
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density1,673/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$28,987
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$107M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,800
Rent$766
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,133

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Elevation4,217 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 19%
Commute15 min
Libraries1

Is Harlowton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harlowton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Harlowton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harlowton is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harlowton is $178,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $766 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Harlowton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches, including 19.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Harlowton has a population of 1,054 with a density of 1,673 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,054
Total Population
1,673
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Harlowton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harlowton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harlowton is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Harlowton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,987
Avg Weekly Wage$813
IRS Avg AGI$49,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)104
County GDP$107M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare4
Retail8
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.7 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Harlowton is $178,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $766 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,133.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,800
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,133

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$766
34% 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-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

In Harlowton, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.4%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death12,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access60.6%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Harlowton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.2 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall19.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,217 ft (1,285 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,673/sq mi
Coordinates46.4368°N, 109.8351°W
County FIPS30107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 58.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,673/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants11
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.7 min
Work from Home6.7%

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