Huson, MT

Montana

Huson is a small town in Montana with a population of 59. Residents earn $54,792 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
59 Population 77/sq mi density
$54,792 Median Income $40,319 per capita
N/A Home Value $670,922 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,792 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,792
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population59
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density77/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans59.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,792
Per Capita$40,319
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$670,922

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain18.7 in/yr
Elevation3,006 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries3

Is Huson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huson receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Huson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huson is $54,792, 27% 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 20 minutes.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Huson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches, including 49.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Huson has a population of 59 with a density of 77 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

59
Total Population
77
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Huson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Huson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huson is $54,792, which is 27% 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 20 minutes.

Income: Huson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,792
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,319
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,300
County GDP$1,355M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare98
Retail109
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $670,922.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$670,922

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)$4,744
36% above US avg
In Huson, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Huson has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.7 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall49.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,006 ft (916 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates47.0332°N, 114.3408°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density77/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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