Herron, MT

Montana

Herron is a small town in Montana with a population of 36. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
36 Population 8/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $47,708 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population36
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans27.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$47,708
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$925M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation2,592 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Broadband15.0%
Libraries1

Is Herron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herron receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Herron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herron is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Herron has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches, including 41.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Herron has a population of 36 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

36
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Herron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Herron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herron is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Herron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,708
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$925M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare58
Retail68
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
In Herron, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Herron vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate58.2%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities58

Crime Rates: Herron vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Herron has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall41.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,592 ft (790 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates48.5341°N, 109.7718°W
County FIPS30041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 15.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants56
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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