Hysham, MT

Montana

Hysham is a small town in Montana with a population of 300. Residents earn $46,000 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
300 Population 1,364/sq mi density
$46,000 Median Income $34,708 per capita
$117,500 Home Value $205,890 Zillow
$594 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,000 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,500 home value, $594/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,000
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,500
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $594
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population300
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density1,364/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,000
Per Capita$34,708
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$108M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,500
Rent$594
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,890

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation2,666 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 13%
Commute25 min

Is Hysham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hysham 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 below-average incomes. Hysham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hysham is $46,000, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hysham is $117,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $594 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hysham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches, including 37.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Hysham has a population of 300 with a density of 1,364 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%).

Population

300
Total Population
1,364
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hysham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hysham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hysham is $46,000, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Hysham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,000
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,708
Avg Weekly Wage$823
IRS Avg AGI$59,655

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)34
County GDP$108M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hysham is $117,500, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $594 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,890.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,500
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,890

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$594
49% 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-Occupied64.2%

Property Tax

In Hysham, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate68.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.5/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hysham has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall37.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,666 ft (813 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,364/sq mi
Coordinates46.2909°N, 107.2305°W
County FIPS30103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 12.9%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,364/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home11.6%

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