Median Income
$63,824
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$308,000
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,231
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Helena Valley Southeast Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population9,533
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density444/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B+
Median Income$63,824
Per Capita$31,409
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$307M
Commute19 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$308,000
Rent$1,231
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation3,772 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 18%
Commute19 min
Libraries1
Is Helena Valley Southeast a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Helena Valley Southeast receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Helena Valley Southeast offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Helena Valley Southeast is $63,824, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Helena Valley Southeast is $308,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,231 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Helena Valley Southeast experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches, including 37.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Helena Valley Southeast has a population of 9,533 with a density of 444 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.6% Hispanic.
Population
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Helena Valley Southeast vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Helena Valley Southeast vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Helena Valley Southeast is $63,824, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: Helena Valley Southeast vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,824 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,409 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $867 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,911 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 263 |
| County GDP | $307M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,092 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 8.9% |
The median home value in Helena Valley Southeast is $308,000, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,231 (6% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $308,000 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $530,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $530,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $315 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 9.1% |
| Inventory | 22 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,231 |
| 6% above 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,092 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.00% |
In Helena Valley Southeast, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Helena Valley Southeast vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.8% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.9% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.2% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,145/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Helena Valley Southeast vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Helena Valley Southeast has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.4 inches |
| 70% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 37.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,772 ft (1,150 m) |
| Area | 21.5 sq mi (55.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 444/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.6226°N, 111.9008°W |
| County FIPS | 30007 |