Hinsdale, MT

Montana

Hinsdale is a small town in Montana with a population of 250. Residents earn $40,250 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
250 Population 39/sq mi density
$40,250 Median Income $32,982 per capita
$111,800 Home Value $205,026 Zillow
$537 Median Rent 37.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$40,250 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,800 home value, $537/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,250
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $537
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population250
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,250
Per Capita$32,982
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$164M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,800
Rent$537
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,026
Rent Burden37.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Elevation2,147 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Broadband84.8%
Libraries3

Is Hinsdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hinsdale receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hinsdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hinsdale is $40,250, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hinsdale is $111,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $537 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hinsdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Hinsdale has a population of 250 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 8.8% Hispanic.

Population

250
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%
Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hinsdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hinsdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hinsdale is $40,250, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Hinsdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,250
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,982
Avg Weekly Wage$797
IRS Avg AGI$52,342

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)186
County GDP$164M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail20
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hinsdale is $111,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $537 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,026.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,800
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,026

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$537
54% below US avg
Rent Burden37.0%

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-Occupied67.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Hinsdale, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death10,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access60.8%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hinsdale has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.3 inches
57% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,147 ft (654 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates48.4048°N, 107.0869°W
County FIPS30071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.5-point margin. 84.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 62.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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