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Helena Valley West Central, MT
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Helena Valley West Central, MT
At a Glance
How Helena Valley West Central Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Helena Valley West Central's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Helena Valley West Central a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Helena Valley West Central residents earn a median household income of $89,040 , which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,432. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 495 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
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 at $466,393. Median rent is $1,225/month, with 23.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1989.
Safety & Crime
Helena Valley West Central reports 528 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,799/100K.
Education
39.7% of adults in Helena Valley West Central hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Helena Valley West Central has 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. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.