Hebgen Lake Estates, MT

Montana

Hebgen Lake Estates is a small town in Montana with a population of 53. Residents earn $29,261 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
53 Population 294/sq mi density
$29,261 Median Income $31,909 per capita
$552,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
35°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$29,261 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$552,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,261
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $552,400
96% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.5%
74% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.4%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Hebgen Lake Estates Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population53
Median Age73.5 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$29,261
Per Capita$31,909
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$550M
Commute17 min

Housing

F
Home Value$552,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp35°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Elevation6,565 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 14%
Commute17 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries4

Is Hebgen Lake Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hebgen Lake Estates receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Hebgen Lake Estates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hebgen Lake Estates is $29,261, 61% 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%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hebgen Lake Estates is $552,400, making it a premium housing market at 96% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 18.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Hebgen Lake Estates is a highly educated community — 58.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hebgen Lake Estates has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Hebgen Lake Estates has a population of 53 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 73.5 years, 89% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 17% Hispanic.

Population

53
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
73.5yrs
Median Age
89% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66%
Female 34%

Race & Ethnicity

Hebgen Lake Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hebgen Lake Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hebgen Lake Estates is $29,261, which is 61% 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. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hebgen Lake Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,261
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,909
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$62,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)580
County GDP$550M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare20
Retail52
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,443
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hebgen Lake Estates is $552,400, 96% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$552,400
96% 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)$3,443
2% below US avg
Effective Rate0.62%
In Hebgen Lake Estates, 24.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hebgen Lake Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.4%
24% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death6,704/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access71.5%
Healthcare Facilities20

Crime Rates: Hebgen Lake Estates vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Hebgen Lake Estates has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average35.2°F
35% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.0 inches
32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,565 ft (2,001 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates44.7692°N, 111.1905°W
County FIPS16043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 58.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 69 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.5%
74% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants53
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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