Jordan, MT

Montana

Jordan is a small town in Montana with a population of 299. Residents earn $43,594 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
299 Population 854/sq mi density
$43,594 Median Income $31,226 per capita
$110,200 Home Value $237,166 Zillow
$835 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$43,594 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,200 home value, $835/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,594
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $835
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population299
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density854/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,594
Per Capita$31,226
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$43M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,200
Rent$835
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,166

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Elevation2,602 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 95% / D 5%
Commute12 min
Libraries1

Is Jordan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jordan receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Jordan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jordan is $43,594, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jordan is $110,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $835 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Jordan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Jordan has a population of 299 with a density of 854 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 3% Black.

Population

299
Total Population
854
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jordan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jordan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jordan is $43,594, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Jordan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,594
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,226
Avg Weekly Wage$701
IRS Avg AGI$43,460

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)72
County GDP$43M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.7 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Jordan is $110,200, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $835 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,166.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,200
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$237,166

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$835
28% 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-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

In Jordan, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate68.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access9.1%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Jordan has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,602 ft (793 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density854/sq mi
Coordinates47.3211°N, 106.9099°W
County FIPS30033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 89.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 94.5%
D 4.9%

Winner: Republican by 89.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density854/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.7 min
Work from Home2.5%

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