Huntley, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Huntley is a small town in Montana with a population of 534. Residents earn $91,667 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
534 Population 351/sq mi density
$91,667 Median Income $34,561 per capita
$237,200 Home Value $475,949 Zillow
$1,119 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$237,200 home value, $1,119/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,667
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $237,200
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,119
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population534
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density351/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,667
Per Capita$34,561
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$237,200
Rent$1,119
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$475,949

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.4 in/yr
Elevation3,016 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute40 min
Libraries4

Is Huntley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huntley receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Huntley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huntley is $91,667, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Huntley is $237,200, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,119 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% 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

Huntley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.4 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Huntley has a population of 534 with a density of 351 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

534
Total Population
351
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Huntley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Huntley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huntley is $91,667, which is 22% 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 40 minutes.

Income: Huntley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,667
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,561
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$82,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,794
County GDP$14,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants481
Healthcare612
Retail691
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.5 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Huntley is $237,200, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,119 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $475,949.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$237,200
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$475,949

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,119
4% below US avg

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-Occupied52.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Huntley, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities612

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Huntley has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.4 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,016 ft (919 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density351/sq mi
Coordinates45.9001°N, 108.3044°W
County FIPS30111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density351/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants481
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.5 min
Work from Home1.1%

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