Havre North, MT

Montana

Havre North is a small town in Montana with a population of 880. Residents earn $36,695 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
880 Population 263/sq mi density
$36,695 Median Income $17,093 per capita
$125,600 Home Value
$786 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$36,695 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$125,600 home value, $786/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,695
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.0%
134% higher than US avg

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

People

Population880
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density263/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,695
Per Capita$17,093
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty29.0%
County GDP$925M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,600
Rent$786
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation2,568 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+72.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 39%
Commute13 min
Libraries1

Is Havre North a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Havre North receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Havre North has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Havre North is $36,695, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 29.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Havre North is $125,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Havre North has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches, including 41.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Havre North has a population of 880 with a density of 263 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 17.7% Hispanic.

Population

880
Total Population
263
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Havre North vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Havre North vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Havre North is $36,695, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Havre North vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,695
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,093
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$925M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare58
Retail68
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Havre North is $125,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,600
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% 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-Occupied43.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In Havre North, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Havre North vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma12.7%
COPD10.4%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress18.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Havre North has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall41.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,568 ft (783 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density263/sq mi
Coordinates48.5632°N, 109.6712°W
County FIPS30041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+72.0%
School Test Score5.68
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density263/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants56
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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