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Helena West Side, MT
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Helena West Side, MT
At a Glance
How Helena West Side Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Helena West Side's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Helena West Side a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Helena West Side residents earn a median household income of $67,692 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,607. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.9% 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 West Side is $411,800 , 46% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $466,393. Median rent is $781/month, with 14.1% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Helena West Side 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
48.3% of adults in Helena West Side hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above the national average). 90.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Helena West Side 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.