Jette, MT

Montana

Jette is a small town in Montana with a population of 221. Residents earn $59,417 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
221 Population 356/sq mi density
$59,417 Median Income $36,234 per capita
$537,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$59,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$537,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,417
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $537,000
90% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.0%
84% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age63.1 yrs
Density356/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,417
Per Capita$36,234
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$1,355M

Housing

D
Home Value$537,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Elevation2,937 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Jette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jette receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Jette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jette is $59,417, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jette is $537,000, making it a premium housing market at 90% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Jette is a highly educated community — 62.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Jette experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Jette has a population of 221 with a density of 356 people per square mile. The median age is 63.1 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

221
Total Population
356
People / sq mi
63.1yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Jette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jette is $59,417, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Jette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,417
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,234
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above 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
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home21.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Jette is $537,000, 90% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$537,000
90% above 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-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Jette, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma12.6%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate70.4%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Jette has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,937 ft (895 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density356/sq mi
Coordinates47.7169°N, 114.1906°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 62.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.0%
84% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density356/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home21.7%

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