Helmville, MT

Montana

Helmville is a small town in Montana with a population of 58. Residents earn $148,304 per year, which is 97% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
58 Population 176/sq mi density
$148,304 Median Income $34,655 per capita
$266,100 Home Value $455,417 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$148,304 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$266,100 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $148,304
97% higher than US avg
Home Value $266,100
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

How Helmville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population58
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans42.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$148,304
Per Capita$34,655
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$356M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$455,417
Housing Units22

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation4,389 ft (1,338 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 22%
Commute18 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries1

Is Helmville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Helmville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Helmville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Helmville is $148,304, which is significantly higher than the national average — 97% above $75,149. This places Helmville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Helmville is $266,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Helmville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Helmville has a population of 58 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

58
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Helmville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Helmville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Helmville is $148,304, which is 97% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Helmville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$148,304
97% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,655
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$78,106

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)250
County GDP$356M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare16
Retail15
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,515
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Helmville is $266,100, 6% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $455,417.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,100
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$455,417

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-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units22
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,515
0% below US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
Helmville has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.8 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.8 inches
51% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,389 ft (1,338 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates46.8565°N, 112.9668°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS30077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.5-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 21.6%

Winner: Republican by 53.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants25
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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