Montana
Hobson is a small town in Montana with a population of 145. Residents earn $34,750 per year, which is 54% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hobson receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hobson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Hobson is $34,750, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Hobson is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $619 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Hobson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $34,750 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,352 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $813 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,391 |
| Unemployment | 10.8% |
| 200% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.5% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 104 |
| County GDP | $107M |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Commute Time | 17.0 min |
| Work from Home | 15.6% |
| Census Median | $112,500 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $298,121 |
| Census Median Rent | $619 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.1% |
| Obesity | 32.3% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,189/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Annual Average | 41.6°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.9 inches |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 27.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,106 ft (1,252 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 690/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9994°N, 109.8733°W |
| County FIPS | 30107 |
Winner: Republican by 58.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.3% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 690/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 95.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 17.0 min |
| Work from Home | 15.6% |