Homestead, MT

Montana

Homestead is a small town in Montana with a population of 13. Residents earn $151,250 per year, which is 101% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
13 Population 30/sq mi density
$151,250 Median Income $77,977 per capita
$162,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$151,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $151,250
101% higher than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.2%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13
Median Age62.1 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$151,250
Per Capita$77,977
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$241M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Elevation1,981 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 27%
Commute29 min
Broadband7.0%
Libraries1

Is Homestead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homestead receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Homestead stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Homestead is $151,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 101% above $75,149. This places Homestead among higher-income communities. 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 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homestead is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Homestead has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Homestead has a population of 13 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 62.1 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

13
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
62.1yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Homestead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Homestead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homestead is $151,250, which is 101% above 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 29 minutes.

Income: Homestead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$151,250
101% above US avg
Per Capita Income$77,977
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$70,549

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)224
County GDP$241M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare13
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,383
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Homestead is $162,500, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg

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)$3,383
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.08%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death8,226/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access63.2%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Homestead has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,981 ft (604 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates48.4202°N, 104.5369°W
County FIPS30091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 46.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.5-point margin. 7.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 42.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.2%
37% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access7.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants16
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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