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Helena Valley West Central, MT
Montana · Jefferson County · Helena Metro
Helena Valley West Central is a small city in Montana with a population of 8,224. Residents earn $89,040 per year, which is 18% above the national average.
Data updated April 2026
3.6
/5.0
B+
Good
8,224
Population
312/sq mi density
$89,040
Median Income
$39,432 per capita
$352,800
Home Value
$466,393 Zillow
$1,225
Median Rent
23.6% income on rent
40°F
Avg Temperature
273 sunny days/yr
528
Violent Crime/100K
3,799 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$89,040 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$352,800 home value, $1,225/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
528 violent crimes/100K (39% above avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$89,040
18% higher than US avg
Home Value
$352,800
25% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
528/100K
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
39.7%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,225
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Helena Valley West Central Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population8,224
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density312/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans15.6%
Economy
A+Median Income$89,040
Per Capita$39,432
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$393M
Commute19 min
Housing
AHome Value$352,800
Rent$1,225
Ownership82.2%
Zillow$466,393
Housing Units3,099
Rent Burden23.6%
Crime
FViolent528/100K
Property3,799/100K
Health
Obesity30.7%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking12.6%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation4,218 ft (1,286 m)
Education
ABachelor's+39.7%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+14.6%
School Score6.50
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Broadband93.8%
EV Stations12
Libraries4
Is Helena Valley West Central a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Helena Valley West Central receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Helena Valley West Central offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Helena Valley West Central is $89,040, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% 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 West Central is $352,800, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,225 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
The violent crime rate of 528 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,799 per 100,000, 94% above the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Helena Valley West Central has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Helena Valley West Central has a population of 8,224 with a density of 312 people per square mile, spread across 26.4 square miles. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.3% female and 53.7% male. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 3.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 15.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.8% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.
Population
8,224
Total Population
312
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
26.4mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Helena Valley West Central vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Helena Valley West Central vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Helena Valley West Central is $89,040, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,432. The average weekly wage is $1,049, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 495 business establishments, including 34 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Helena Valley West Central vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $89,040 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,432 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,049 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,082 |
| Gini Index | 0.425 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 495 |
| County GDP | $393M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,091 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 94.60 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.16% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.1% |
| Work from Home | 10.3% |
Walkability
The median home value in Helena Valley West Central is $352,800, 25% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $466,393, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,225 (5% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,076 for a one-bedroom to $1,336 for a two-bedroom apartment. 82.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,099 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1989. The average annual property tax is $4,091 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $352,800 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $466,393 |
| Median List Price | $547,449 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $547,449 |
| $/Sq Ft | $263 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 4.6% |
| Inventory | 22 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,225 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 23.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 82.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 17.8% |
| Housing Units | 3,099 |
| Median Year Built | 1989 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,091 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.16% |
In Helena Valley West Central, 30.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 25.8% have high blood pressure. 12.6% are current smokers. 22.3% report binge drinking. 17.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 27.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,559. The dentist ratio is 1:2,138. 51.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Helena Valley West Central vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.7% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.8% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 12.6% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.3% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
| Short Sleep | 30.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.3% |
| Uninsured | 8.5% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,559 |
| Dentists | 1:2,138 |
| Mental Health | 1:768 |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Dental Visits | 66.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,802/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Helena Valley West Central has a violent crime rate of 528 per 100,000 residents, 39% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,799 per 100,000, 94% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Helena Valley West Central receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Helena Valley West Central vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 527.9/100K |
| 39% above US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,799.1/100K |
| 94% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Helena Valley West Central has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 4,218 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 40.3°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,218 ft (1,286 m) |
| Area | 26.4 sq mi (68.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 312/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.6603°N, 112.0586°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Jefferson County County |
| Nearest Airport | Helena Regional (HLN) 5 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 21.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 24.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 34.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in |
Helena Valley West Central has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 21°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 12.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.0") and February the driest (0.5").
Helena Valley West Central is located in Jefferson County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 39.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 14.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.9% of the vote, a 36.5-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 12 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 27 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 36.5 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.7% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 14.6% |
| School Test Score | 6.50 |
A
Education Grade (4.2/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 312/sq mi |
| Total Area | 26.4 sq mi |
| County | Jefferson County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 93.8% |
| Avg Download Speed | 44.7 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 3.0 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 940 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 12 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 15 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Retail Stores | 25 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 18.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.1% |
| Work from Home | 10.3% |
Average costs for common services in Helena Valley West Central. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $237 ($142–$378) |
| Specialist Visit | $331 ($189–$520) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $189 ($95–$331) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,081 ($757–$4,730) |
| Dental Cleaning | $123 ($71–$189) |
| Dental Filling | $237 ($142–$378) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $43 ($24–$71) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $71 ($47–$114) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $284 ($142–$473) |
| Tire Rotation | $38 ($19–$71) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $568 ($378–$946) |
| Battery Replacement | $189 ($95–$331) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $95 ($57–$142) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $85 ($47–$132) |
| HVAC Repair | $378 ($142–$757) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,622 ($3,784–$11,352) |
| Roof Repair | $946 ($378–$1,892) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,514 ($5,203–$14,190) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,419 ($473–$3,311) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,190 ($4,730–$28,380) |
| DUI Defense | $4,730 ($1,892–$9,460) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,419 ($757–$2,838) |
| Will Preparation | $473 ($189–$946) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,365 ($946–$4,730) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($14–$43) |
| Women's Haircut | $52 ($28–$95) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $142 ($71–$237) |
| Manicure | $24 ($14–$43) |
| Pedicure | $38 ($24–$61) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $76 ($47–$123) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.88 ($2.84–$5.20) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.31 ($2.37–$4.73) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.59 ($2.37–$5.20) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.26 ($2.84–$6.15) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.20 ($3.78–$7.10) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.95 ($0.57–$1.70) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $132 ($76–$237) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $66 ($28–$142) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $66 ($38–$114) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $66 ($38–$95) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $61 ($28–$95) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $80 ($47–$142) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $189 ($71–$473) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,892 ($1,135–$3,311) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $66 ($28–$123) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.57–$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $95 ($28–$237) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $28 ($14–$71) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,135 ($568–$2,365) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $946 ($473–$1,892) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $378 ($189–$662) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $47 ($24–$95) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $946 ($378–$2,365) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,825 ($4,730–$28,380) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $57 ($28–$95) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $95 ($47–$189) |
| Dog Grooming | $57 ($28–$95) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $38 ($19–$71) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $284 ($142–$473) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $189 ($95–$378) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $990 |
| Toddler | $1,037 |
| Preschool | $885 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $781 |
| Toddler | $799 |
| Preschool | $799 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Jefferson County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 411 | 102 | $56,492 | 2.89 |
| Retail Trade | 183 | 26 | $31,879 | 0.68 |
| Manufacturing | 182 | 14 | $77,064 | 0.82 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 160 | 34 | $62,175 | 1.00 |
| Other Services | 69 | 33 | $38,338 | 0.85 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 53 | 13 | $37,410 | 0.46 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 42 | 13 | $44,461 | 1.91 |
| Finance & Insurance | 39 | 16 | $62,441 | 0.35 |
| Wholesale Trade | 33 | 17 | $103,977 | 0.31 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 24 | 6 | $102,283 | 2.34 |
| Real Estate | 22 | 15 | $57,066 | 0.52 |
| Information & Technology | 18 | 10 | $62,010 | 0.35 |
| Utilities | 9 | 4 | $85,733 | 0.87 |
| Unclassified | 3 | 6 | $225,445 | 0.79 |
Radio Stations near Helena Valley West Central
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Campgrounds Near Helena Valley West Central
23 campgrounds found near Helena Valley West Central.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAVE POINT GROUP USE AREA | 5.0/5 | 1 | $35 |
| Clark's Bay Day Use Area Shelter (MT) | 5.0/5 | 1 | $50 |
| Aspen Grove Group Use Area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF, MT) | 4.8/5 | 1 | $50 |
| MOOSE CREEK CABIN | 4.7/5 | 1 | $50–$65 |
| CUMMINGS CABIN | 4.6/5 | 1 | $45 |
| Riverside Campground | 4.6/5 | 28 | $15–$106 |
| Bar Gulch Cabin | 4.5/5 | 1 | $25–$50 |
| COURT SHERIFF CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 47 | $15–$30 |
| KADING CABIN | 4.4/5 | 1 | $30–$45 |
| GRANITE BUTTE LOOKOUT | 4.3/5 | 1 | $45 |
| INDIAN FLATS CABIN | 4.3/5 | 1 | $30–$45 |
| STRAWBERRY CABIN | 4.3/5 | 1 | $30–$50 |
| White Earth Campground | 4.3/5 | 36 | $10–$90 |
| Holter Lake Campground | 4.2/5 | 56 | $25 |
| EAGLE GUARD STATION | 4.1/5 | 1 | $25–$45 |
| Hellgate Campground | 4.1/5 | 72 | $10–$170 |
| Jo Bonner Campground | 4.1/5 | 17 | $10 |
| Log Gulch Campground | 4.0/5 | 75 | $25–$80 |
| Quigley Group Use | 4.0/5 | 1 | $50 |
| Devil's Elbow Campground | 3.9/5 | 43 | $25–$140 |
| Lost Horse Cabin | 3.9/5 | 1 | $60 |
| White Sandy Campground | 3.8/5 | 30 | $25–$140 |
| Chinamen's Campground | 3.6/5 | 37 | $10 |
National Parks Near Helena Valley West Central
14 national parks and monuments found near Helena Valley West Central.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Anaconda Smoke Stack State Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Sandy State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elkhorn State Park | State Park | Free |
| First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park | State Park | Free |
| Giant Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Giant Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lost Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Madison Buffalo Jump State Park | State Park | Free |
| Missouri Headwaters State Park | State Park | Free |
| Smith River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Spring Meadow Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tower Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Helena Valley West Central
270+ trails found near Helena Valley West Central.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 70.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ELK PARK SNOWMOBILE | 21.5 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 19.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WILLOW CREEK | 19.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BIG LOG GULCH | 19.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| REFRIGERATOR CANYON | 16.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CATARACT MEADOWS SNOWMOBILE | 16.5 | — | — | — | |
| BOULDER RIVER ROAD SNOMO #1 | 16.3 | — | — | — | |
| BLACKFOOT MEADOWS | 15.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CROW CREEK | 14.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MONTGOMERY PARK | 14.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LEADVILLE LOOP SNOMO #2 | 13.8 | — | — | — | |
| NORTHEY GULCH LOOP SNOWMOBILE | 12.7 | — | — | — | |
| ELLISTON SPOTTED DOG | 12.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEGRO MT 1 | 12.2 | — | — | — | |
| MCCLELLAN CREEK | 12.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| HUNTERS GULCH | 11.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LITTLE HELLGATE | 11.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MOUNT HELENA | 11.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BROOKLYN BRIDGE | 11.3 | — | Yes | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 11.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MERIWETHER CANYON | 11.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CAVE RIDGE | 11.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HANGING VALLEY | 11.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 11.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ELK PARK | 10.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BEAVER CREEK | 10.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 10.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BASIN-UNCLE SAM SNOWMOBILE | 10.0 | — | — | — | |
| TREASURE MT 1 | 10.0 | — | — | — | |
| LONG PARK | 9.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| NEVADA CREEK TRAIL | 9.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 9.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| COTTONWOOD LAKE LOOP SNOWMO | 9.1 | — | — | — | |
| BERRY'S MEADOW | 8.9 | — | — | — | |
| FRONTAGE TRAIL | 8.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SLATE LAKE | 8.1 | — | — | — | |
| BEARTRAP | 8.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| OCCIDENTAL PLATEAU SNOWMOBILE | 8.0 | — | — | — | |
| CASEY MEADOWS | 7.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CELLAR GULCH | 7.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEGRO MT 2 | 7.4 | — | — | — | |
| JERUSHA GULCH | 7.4 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 7.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LONGFELLOW CLEAR CR. | 7.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LITTLE TIZER CREEK | 7.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SWITCHBACK RIDGE | 7.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| HOGUM CREEK | 7.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| POLE CREEK | 6.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LAVA MOUNTAIN | 6.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| EAGLE INTERPRETIVE | 6.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SILVER KING TRAIL | 6.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SKELLY GULCH | 6.5 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 6.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CLARKS CANYON | 6.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BAGGS CREEK | 6.3 | — | — | — | |
| FOREST LAKE | 6.3 | — | Yes | — | |
| MOOSE CREEK | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MONARCH CREEK | 6.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ROCK CREEK | 5.9 | — | — | — | |
| LARABEE GULCH | 5.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DEADWOOD GULCH T1 | 5.8 | — | — | — | |
| JACKSON CREEK | 5.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ALPORT | 5.6 | — | — | — | |
| LESLIE LAKE | 5.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BISON MT | 5.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MUSKRAT CREEK | 5.2 | — | — | — | |
| SWAMP CREEK | 5.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BEAVER CREEK | 5.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BALDY RIDGE | 5.1 | — | — | — | |
| MCCARTY CREEK | 5.1 | — | — | — | |
| DOOLITTLE | 5.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEVER SWEAT | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| THUNDERBOLT MOUNTAIN | 4.8 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| POE PARK | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| LONGFELLOW CLEAR CR. | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| OVERLAND | 4.6 | — | — | — | |
| TREASURE MT 2 | 4.5 | — | — | — | |
| BASIN CATARACT | 4.5 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LIMBURGER SPRING | 4.4 | — | — | — | |
| WATER LINE | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| IRON MINE | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LOOKOUT | 4.1 | — | — | — | |
| WILLARD CREEK | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ALICE CREEK | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CRAZY CREEK LONGFELLOW | 4.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 4.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MIDDLE FORK COTTONWOOD | 4.0 | — | — | — | |
| RED ROCK CREEK | 4.0 | — | — | — | |
| CROW CREEK | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TROUT CREEK CANYON | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| INDIAN CREEK CUTOFF SNOWMOBILE | 3.9 | — | — | — | |
| SHEEP PARK | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| PORCUPINE CREEK | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TEN MILE ENVIRONMENTAL | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FALLS CREEK | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ROOSTER BILL | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 138-C1 | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MONARCH CREEK | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEVER SWEAT | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MISSOURI BEAVER CREEK | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| THUNDERBOLT CREEK | 3.7 | — | — | — | |
| RODNEY RIDGE | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| WAKINA SKY | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| RAWHIDE | 3.6 | — | — | — | |
| BEAVER CREEK | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BUCKEYE SNOWMOBILE | 3.3 | — | — | — | |
| LEWIS AND CLARK PASS | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CROW CREEK | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ROAD 1876-T | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| UPPER HOPE GULCH | 3.2 | — | — | — | |
| MANLEY PARK | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WILSON CREEK | 3.2 | — | — | — | |
| KADING | 3.1 | — | — | Yes | |
| SOUTH FORK RED ROCK | 3.1 | — | — | — | |
| NEGRO MT 3 | 3.0 | — | — | — | |
| BIG LOG GULCH | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MISSOURI RIVER CANYON | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SHOW ME THE HORSE | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| ST PETES | 2.9 | — | — | — | |
| SOUTH CROW LAKES | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| AIR PLANE PARK | 2.9 | — | — | — | |
| MINI RIDGE | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| HOLIDAY | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HUNTERS GULCH | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BISON - BLACKFOOT | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CLIFF MT | 2.6 | — | — | — | |
| REFRIGERATOR CANYON | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LONGFELLOW CLEAR CR. | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MISSOURI RIVER CANYON | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| EMMITS RIDGE | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| WF CLARKS CANYON | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HALL CREEK | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| THOMPSON HELLGATE | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FROHNER SNOWMOBILE | 2.3 | — | — | — | |
| JOE BOWERS CREEK | 2.3 | — | — | — | |
| DEADWOOD GULCH T2 | 2.3 | — | — | — | |
| EAGLE INTERPRETIVE SHORT LOOP | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CASEY PEAK | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BUTTERMILK JIM | 2.2 | — | — | — | |
| HALL CREEK | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LITTLE GALENA | 2.1 | — | — | — | |
| MISSOURI RIVER CANYON | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| MOOSE CREEK | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ARCHERY RANGE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BEAR GULCH | 2.0 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BARKING DOG | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MANN GULCH | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| POE PARK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LONGFELLOW CLEAR CR. | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MISSOURI RIVER CANYON | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CRAZY CREEK LONGFELLOW | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ROCKER CREEK | 1.8 | — | — | — | |
| MAGPIE GULCH | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| L.O. CONNECTION | 1.7 | — | — | — | |
| TR TRAIL | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LONGFELLOW CLEAR CR. | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TWENTYONE GULCH | 1.7 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BIG LOG GULCH | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TROUT CREEK CANYON | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RODNEY RIDGE | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TURKEY TRACK | 1.5 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| HIDDEN LAKE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SYNDICATE PARK | 1.5 | — | — | — | |
| HUNTERS GULCH | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| RODNEY MEADOW | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MISSOURI RIVER CANYON | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GOLDEN AGE CUTOFF | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MCKELEVEY | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BLACK FOREST | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CARPENTER | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MANN GULCH | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DONT FENCE ME IN | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CADOTTE CONNECTOR | 1.2 | — | — | — | |
| 218-T ROAD | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SKYLINE 3 | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SOUTH DUMP | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SKYLINE 1 | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BLACKFOOT CONNECTION | 1.1 | — | — | — | |
| SKYLINE 2 | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| UPPER RED ROCK CREEK | 1.0 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LAVA MOUNTAIN SNOWMOBILE | 0.9 | — | — | — | |
| ROGER FUCHES | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MONKS RIDGE | 0.9 | — | — | — | |
| CDNST | 0.9 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MANN GULCH | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PINCHOT TRAIL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SOUTH BEAR GULCH | 0.9 | — | — | — | |
| MERIWETHER CANYON | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DAVIS GULCH | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| FAITH GULCH | 0.8 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LESLIE LAKE | 0.7 | — | — | — | |
| CROW CR JUMP OFF | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CUT OFF | 0.6 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CDNST | 0.6 | — | — | — | |
| CUMMINGS CABIN | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MERIWETHER CANYON | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CDNST | 0.5 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| TROUT CREEK CANYON | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MANN GULCH | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ENTERTAINMENT | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BLACKFOOT MEADOWS | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MAGPIE MEADOWS CONNECTION | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LITTLE TIZER CREEK TIE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CAVE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BALLARD MINE/LESLIE LAKE | 0.1 | — | — | — | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MISSOURI RIVER CANYON | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
Historical Trends — Helena Valley West Central
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 8,409 | $63,299 |
| 2015 | 8,564 | $66,692 |
| 2017 | 8,622 | $73,239 |
| 2019 | 8,082 | $72,931 |
| 2021 | 8,550 | $82,413 |
| 2023 | 8,224 | $89,040 |
Museums in Helena Valley West Central
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARROLL ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 4064474302 | $57,547,176 | |
| MONTANA HISTORY FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4064493770 | $1,153,999 | |
| ARCHIE BRAY FOUNDATION FOR THE CERAMIC ARTS | ART MUSEUM | 4064433502 | $1,104,758 | |
| HOLTER MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 4064426400 | $346,232 | |
| MONTANA PRESERVATION ALLIANCE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $238,920 | ||
| FORT WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON MUSEUM FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | FORT HARRISON COMPLEX | 4063243550 | $31,313 |
| STEWARD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $831 | ||
| BROKEN WHEEL PETTING FARM | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | |||
| COMMUNITYWORKS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4064571800 | ||
| CREATION ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 718 LOGAN | 4064426519 | |
| EAST HELENA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| EXPLORATIONWORKS | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 995 CAROUSEL WAY | ||
| HISTORIC HILGER HOMESTEAD | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| JEFFERSON COUNTY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4105868501 | ||
| LEWIS AND CLARK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 316 N PARK AVENUE | 4064478200 | |
| MARYSVILLE PIONEER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 242 GRAND STREET | ||
| MONTANA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4064442694 | ||
| MONTANA MILITARY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | PO BOX 125 | 4063243550 | |
| NORTHERN ROCKIES CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY IN | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 995 CAROUSEL WAY | 4064571800 | |
| PIONEER CABIN | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4064496848 | ||
| TIZER BOTANIC GARDENS & ARBORETUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | |||
| TIZER NATURE CONNECTION | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 38 TIZER ROAD | 4069335661 |
Libraries in Helena Valley West Central
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEWIS AND CLARK LIBRARY | 120 SOUTH LAST CHANCE GULCH | 0.0 | 332,020 | |||
| NORTH JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT | 3 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 54,496 |
Farmers Markets in Helena Valley West Central
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helena Farmers Market | Fuller Ave. & Neill Ave. | Visit |
Restaurants in Helena Valley West Central
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Maison
Veterinaries in Helena Valley West Central
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Apex Animal Hospital
Valley Veterinary Hospital
Gas Stations in Helena Valley West Central
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Exxon
Banks in Helena Valley West Central
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Intrepid Credit Union
Golf Courses in Helena Valley West Central
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Green Meadow Country Club
Breweries in Helena Valley West Central
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackfoot River Brewing Co | Bars, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Food & Drink, Beer & Ale, Breweries, Brewery, Wineries, Beer & Ale Dis | 66 S Park Ave | 14064493005, 4064493005, 4064490307 | Visit |
| Lewis & Clark Brewery & Tap Room | Brewery | 1517 Dodge Ave | ||
| Ten Mile Creek Brewery | Breweries, Food & Drink | 46 N Last Chance Gulch | 4065021382 |
Cell Towers in Helena Valley West Central
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 MI S OF HELENA REGIONAL AIRPORT | TOWER | 31 |
| (Montana City) 4 MI S JEFFERSON CTY LN & .75 MI E I-15 | LTOWER | 21 |
| SW 1/4 NW 1/4 SEC. 25, TSHP 9 N, RGE 3 W (108927) | LTOWER | 20 |
| SW 1/4 NW 1/4 Sec. 25, Tshp 9 N, Rge 3 W (108927) | LTOWER | 20 |
| NW 1/4 NE 1/4 S 20, T 6 N, R 13 W (108927) | LTOWER | 20 |
| NW 1/4 NE 1/4 S 20, T 6 N, R 13 W (108927) | LTOWER | 20 |
| SW 1/4 NW 1/4 Sec. 25, Tshp 9 N, Rge 3 W (108927) | LTOWER | 20 |
| SW 1/4 NW 1/4 SEC. 25, TSHP 9 N, RGE 3 W (108927) | LTOWER | 20 |
Bridges in Helena Valley West Central
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2004 | 60 | 11,526 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1962 | 52 | 6,190 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1962 | 120 | 6,190 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1962 | 120 | 6,190 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1962 | 52 | 6,190 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1992 | 79 | 4,808 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1992 | 62 | 4,483 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2000 | 39 | 4,165 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2000 | 75 | 2,975 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2000 | 47 | 1,882 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1989 | 39 | 1,882 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1962 | 51 | 1,755 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1958 | 28 | 1,526 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2021 | 49 | 1,264 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1958 | 29 | 790 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2001 | 69 | 619 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 24 | 507 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1958 | 25 | 488 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Other | 1982 | 24 | 352 | F |
Airports Near Helena Valley West Central
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bert Mooney Airport | BTM | Medium Airport |
| Helena Regional Airport | HLN | Medium Airport |
| Bair Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bar E Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boulder Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cain Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Canyon Ferry Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cascade Field | — | Small Airport |
| Deer Lodge City County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dog Leg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Duncan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elk Meadows Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying E Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Harrison Army Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hasskamp STOLport | — | Small Airport |
| Klies Air Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Lander's Fork Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lincoln Airport | — | Small Airport |
| M4 Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Nistler Helena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ponderosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ram Ranch Runway | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Smith Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ten Mile Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Townsend Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wood Strip | — | Small Airport |
Grocery Stores in Helena Valley West Central
1 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Dave's Express Lube | Convenience Store | 4990 N Montana Ave |
Treatment Centers in Helena Valley West Central
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Boyd Andrew Community Services | Substance Abuse | 406-443-2343 |
| Florence Crittenton Home and Services | Both | 406-442-6950 |
| Helena Valley Addiciton Services | Substance Abuse | 406-422-4933 |
| Instar Community Servs | Substance Abuse | 406-422-4828 |
| Intermountain Community Services | Both | 406-442-7920 |
| Many Rivers Whole Health | Mental Health | 406-443-7151 |
| Ophelia - Ophelia Medical Group | Substance Abuse | 215-585-2144 |
| St Peters Health - Behavioral Health Unit | Mental Health | 406-495-6560 |
| Youth Dynamics Inc - Lewis and Clark Youth Home | Both | 406-245-6539 |
| YWCA Helena | Substance Abuse | 406-442-8774 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Helena Valley West Central
What is the population of Helena Valley West Central?
Helena Valley West Central has a population of 8,224 residents and is located in Montana. The population density is 312 people per square mile, spread across 26.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.4 years. The population is 46.3% female and 53.7% male.
Is Helena Valley West Central expensive to live in?
Helena Valley West Central is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.6 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $89,040, 18% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $352,800 (25% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,225 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Helena Valley West Central safe?
The violent crime rate in Helena Valley West Central is 528 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,799 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Helena Valley West Central receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Helena Valley West Central?
Helena Valley West Central has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 26.
How is the job market in Helena Valley West Central?
Helena Valley West Central has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,049. There are 495 business establishments in the area, including 34 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Helena Valley West Central?
The median home value in Helena Valley West Central is $352,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $466,393. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,225. Fair market rent is $1,076 for a 1-bedroom and $1,336 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 82.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,091.
How are the schools in Helena Valley West Central?
Schools in Helena Valley West Central score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 39.7% of adults in Helena Valley West Central hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 14.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Helena Valley West Central?
The obesity rate in Helena Valley West Central is 30.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.6% of adults are smokers. 17.3% are physically inactive. 27.4% of residents report depression. 8.5% lack health insurance. 51.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,559.
What is transportation like in Helena Valley West Central?
The average commute in Helena Valley West Central is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.
What are the demographics of Helena Valley West Central?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Helena Valley West Central is 89.6% White, 3.5% Hispanic or Latino. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 15.6% of the population are military veterans. 10.8% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.
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