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Kicking Horse, MT

Montana · Lake County

Kicking Horse is a small town in Montana with a population of 69.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
69 Population 29/sq mi density
48°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
571 Violent Crime/100K 2,494 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
571 violent crimes/100K (50% above avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Violent Crime 571/100K
50% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

Per Capita$48,393
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,355M

Housing

Ownership16.3%
Zillow$415,547
Housing Units70
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

F
Violent571/100K
Property2,494/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%
Smoking19.8%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation3,099 ft (945 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+48.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Broadband43.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Kicking Horse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kicking Horse receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Kicking Horse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 571 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,494 per 100,000, 27% above the national average.

Education

Kicking Horse is a highly educated community / 100.0% 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 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kicking Horse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Kicking Horse has a population of 69 with a density of 29 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 62.3% female and 37.7% male. The city is predominantly White (71%), with 29% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 69.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 43.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 65.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

69
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.7%
Female 62.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kicking Horse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kicking Horse vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $48,393 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $967, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,300 business establishments, including 92 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kicking Horse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$48,393
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531
Gini Index0.484 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living94.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $415,547. Fair market rent ranges from $1,076 for a one-bedroom to $1,336 for a two-bedroom apartment. 16.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 70 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $4,744 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$415,547

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Homeownership16.3%
Owner-Occupied16.3%
Renter-Occupied83.7%
Housing Units70
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
In Kicking Horse, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 31.5% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.4% report binge drinking. 25.8% are physically inactive. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.8% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,335. The dentist ratio is 1:1,217. 62.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Kicking Horse vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma13.2%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.1%
Primary Care1:1,335
Dentists1:1,217
Mental Health1:344
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits53.9%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities98
Kicking Horse has a violent crime rate of 571 per 100,000 residents, 50% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,494 per 100,000, 27% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Kicking Horse receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent571.4/100K
50% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,493.5/100K
27% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Kicking Horse experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 3,099 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,099 ft (945 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates47.4612°N, 114.0603°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyLake County County
Nearest AirportMissoula Montana (MSO)
38 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.7"
56% below US avg
Wettest Month (May) 2.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.02"

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score67.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability58.8 / 100
Community Resilience51.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

378 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Jul 6, 2017 11 km SE of Lincoln, Montana M5.8 130 km
Jul 6, 2017 15 km S of Lincoln, Montana M5.0 128 km
Dec 22, 1998 Idaho-Montana border region M4.7 104 km
Jul 6, 2017 14 km SE of Lincoln, Montana M4.4 133 km
Jan 30, 2016 19 km E of Lincoln, Montana M4.3 137 km
Jun 29, 1995 2 km NNW of Kila, Montana M4.1 81 km
Apr 15, 1998 11 km NE of Swan Lake, Montana M4.1 65 km
Aug 17, 1994 1 km E of Mullan, Idaho M4.1 129 km
May 2, 1995 2 km NW of Kila, Montana M4.1 82 km
Jan 20, 1998 15 km SSE of Happys Inn, Montana M4.0 92 km
Jul 17, 2017 12 km ESE of Lincoln, Montana M4.0 131 km
Jul 6, 2017 14 km SSE of Lincoln, Montana M4.0 131 km
Jun 28, 2000 21 km SE of Clinton, Montana M4.0 101 km
Apr 1, 1992 10 km ESE of Swan Lake, Montana M4.0 53 km
Jul 19, 2002 43 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana M4.0 76 km
Apr 1, 1993 15 km E of Lincoln, Montana M3.9 133 km
Jun 2, 1996 37 km N of Ovando, Montana M3.9 77 km
Oct 19, 2017 12 km SE of Lincoln, Montana M3.9 131 km
May 7, 1992 14 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana M3.8 59 km
Mar 21, 1992 20 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana M3.8 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

9 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF0.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 9, 2023 EF0 11 km 0
Nov 4, 2013 EF0 57 km 0
Sep 1, 2011 EF0 35 km 0
Apr 9, 2008 EF0 87 km 0
Jul 18, 2007 EF0 30 km 0
Jul 18, 2007 EF0 56 km 0
Aug 7, 1995 EF0 33 km 0
Mar 3, 1991 EF0 38 km 0
Jul 20, 1983 EF0 63 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RICE RIDGE (171,473 ac, 2017).

Year Name Acres Distance
2017 RICE RIDGE 171,473 67 km
2007 CHIPPY CREEK 95,656 70 km
2017 LOLO PEAK 62,316 90 km
2015 BEAR CREEK 60,710 62 km
2007 AHORN 45,633 83 km
1988 GATES PARK 42,493 93 km
2021 THORNE CREEK 39,694 93 km
2007 JOCKO LAKES 35,759 42 km
2003 FISH CREEK COMPLEX (THOMPSON CREEK) 33,779 79 km
2003 LITTLE SALMON CREEK 33,044 58 km
2012 ELBOW PASS COMPLEX 28,989 89 km
2016 COPPER KING 28,338 80 km
2017 LIBERTY 27,731 48 km
2003 BARTLETT MOUNTAIN 27,614 62 km
2017 SUNRISE 26,896 73 km
2003 COONEY RIDGE 25,741 90 km
2017 SHEEP GAP 24,702 74 km
2007 CONGER CREEK 22,936 85 km
2000 MONTURE-SPREAD RIDGE (MONTURE) 22,493 68 km
2015 TRAIL CREEK 22,338 76 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.4 in
May 53°F (11°C) 2.5 in Wettest
June 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.4 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.2 in
November 33°F (1°C) 1.3 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 1.4 in Coldest

Kicking Horse has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 26°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.0").

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Kicking Horse is located in Lake County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 197% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 48.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 58.4% of the vote, a 19.9-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 98 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+48.1%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi
CountyLake County County

Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Avg Download Speed80.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Kicking Horse. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $237 ($142–$378)
Specialist Visit $331 ($189–$520)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($95–$331)
Emergency Room Visit $2,081 ($757–$4,730)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $237 ($142–$378)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$114)
Brake Pad Replacement $284 ($142–$473)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $568 ($378–$946)
Battery Replacement $189 ($95–$331)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $95 ($57–$142)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $378 ($142–$757)
HVAC System Install $6,622 ($3,784–$11,352)
Roof Repair $946 ($378–$1,892)
Roof Replacement $8,514 ($5,203–$14,190)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,419 ($473–$3,311)
Divorce (Contested) $14,190 ($4,730–$28,380)
DUI Defense $4,730 ($1,892–$9,460)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,419 ($757–$2,838)
Will Preparation $473 ($189–$946)
Trust Preparation $2,365 ($946–$4,730)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$95)
Hair Coloring (Full) $142 ($71–$237)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $76 ($47–$123)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.88 ($2.84–$5.20)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.31 ($2.37–$4.73)
Loaf of Bread $3.59 ($2.37–$5.20)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.26 ($2.84–$6.15)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.20 ($3.78–$7.10)
Rice (per lb) $0.95 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($76–$237)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$142)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$114)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$95)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$95)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$142)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$473)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,892 ($1,135–$3,311)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.57–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $95 ($28–$237)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,135 ($568–$2,365)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $946 ($473–$1,892)
After-School Care (Monthly) $378 ($189–$662)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$95)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $946 ($378–$2,365)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,825 ($4,730–$28,380)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$95)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $95 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$95)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $284 ($142–$473)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($95–$378)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$977
Toddler$1,017
Preschool$873
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$769
Toddler$785
Preschool$785
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lake County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,252 124 $56,383 0.89
Retail Trade 1,182 90 $36,519 1.21
Accommodation & Food Services 805 100 $20,572 0.91
Manufacturing 748 53 $45,631 0.93
Construction 611 234 $46,649 1.19
Professional & Technical Services 304 170 $75,465 0.45
Other Services 292 89 $34,053 0.99
Finance & Insurance 179 36 $59,720 0.45
Wholesale Trade 173 39 $50,404 0.45
Arts & Entertainment 155 25 $20,026 0.94
Agriculture & Forestry 153 43 $41,118 1.94
Transportation & Warehousing 123 46 $44,490 0.30
Information & Technology 102 19 $72,898 0.56
Real Estate 95 49 $44,342 0.63
Educational Services 85 18 $36,981 0.42
Mining & Oil/Gas 84 8 $71,509 2.27
Utilities 45 8 $304,839 1.21
Unclassified 16 12 $75,408 1.17

Campgrounds Near Kicking Horse

11 campgrounds found near Kicking Horse.

NameRatingSitesPrice
MISSION LOOKOUT 4.8/5 1 $45
OLD CONDON RANGER STATION 4.8/5 1 $85
OWL CREEK CABIN 4.6/5 1 $50
SWAN GUARD STATION 4.5/5 1 $70
SWAN LAKE CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 41 $22–$75
HOLLAND LAKE CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 40 $22–$44
Lake Alva Campground 4.4/5 39 $20
Lakeside Lolo Campground (MT) 4.0/5 5 $10–$50
OWL CREEK CORRAL 4.0/5 1 $20
LAKE INEZ POINT 6 (GROUP CAMP SITE) 3.0/5 1 $50
Lindbergh Lake Campground — — Free

National Parks Near Kicking Horse

20 national parks and monuments found near Kicking Horse.

ParkTypeFee
Beavertail Hill State Park State Park Free
Council Grove State Park State Park Free
Fish Creek State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/Big Arm State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/Finley Point State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/Wayfarers State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/West Shore State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/Wild Horse Island State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/Yellow Bay State Park State Park Free
Fort Owen State Park State Park Free
Frenchtown Pond State Park State Park Free
Glade Creek State Park State Park Free
Lake Mary Ronan State Park State Park Free
Les Mason State Park State Park Free
Lone Pine State Park State Park Free
Milltown State Park State Park Free
Placid Lake State Park State Park Free
Salmon Lake State Park State Park Free
Travelers' Rest State Park State Park Free
Whitefish Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Kicking Horse

204+ trails found near Kicking Horse.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
GOLD CREEK 20.2 SNOW — — —
SPOOK LAKE 15.7 SNOW — — —
LAKE MARSHALL LOOP 15.5 SNOW — — —
KREIS POND RED LOOP 14.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
RATTLESNAKE CREEK 14.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
COLT CREEK 11.8 SNOW — — —
LAKE ELSINA 11.4 SNOW — — —
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE SPUR A 9.5 SNOW — — —
LION - PALISADE 8.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOND CREEK 7.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STUART PEAK 7.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WEST FORK CLEARWATER RIVER 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RESERVATION DIVIDE 6.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CEDAR LAKE 6.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RICHMOND- MARSHALL HOOKUP 6.9 SNOW — — —
BEARDANCE 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
EAST FOOTHILL 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ELK RIDGE 6.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE 6.3 SNOW — — —
HOLLAND LAKE 6.2 SNOW — — —
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE SPUR B 6.2 SNOW — — —
GOOD TRAIL 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SOUTH LOST CREEK 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PLACID CREEK- JOCKO PASS 5.9 SNOW — — —
MIDDLE FORK BUNKER CREEK 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MOUNT HENRY 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
STUART PEAK 5.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
FAWN CR.- PLACID CR. HOOKUP 5.4 SNOW — — —
CONNER CREEK 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SMITH - LITTLE SALMON 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NORTH CLEARWATER LOOP 4.9 SNOW — — —
SNOWBOWL MOUNTAIN BIKE 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PIPER LAKE 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOLES CREEK 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HALL LAKE TRAIL 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COLT CREEK 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BRUCE CREEK 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JOCKO 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MCCORMICK CREEK 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LION - PALISADE 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JOSEPHINE 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SLIPPERY JOHN 4.0 SNOW — — —
KENNEDY CREEK 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WIRE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STARK MOUNTAIN 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
EAST FORK RATTLESNAKE CREEK 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ELK MEADOWS 3.8 SNOW — — —
BOULDER LAKE 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GLACIER CREEK 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE 3.4 SNOW — — —
CARTER LAKE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WRANGLE CREEK 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PORCUPINE CREEK 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ELK RIDGE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRYSTAL LAKE 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
EDITH PEAK 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TURQUOISE LAKE 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HOLLAND LOOKOUT 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SOUTH CLEARWATER LOOP 3.1 SNOW — — —
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE SPUR A 3.0 SNOW — — —
HEMLOCK LAKE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WOLVERINE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE 2.8 SNOW — — —
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE SPUR B 2.8 SNOW — — —
GOLD CREEK 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GRANT CREEK RAVINE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
HEMLOCK POINT 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOLES POINT 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GROUSE CREEK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LINDBERGH 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SIXMILE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BUNKER CREEK 2.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — Yes
FAWN CR.- ARCHIBALD 2.5 SNOW — — —
ALPINE 7 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LAKE INEZ HOOKUP 2.5 SNOW — — —
HOLLAND-GORDON 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
KREIS POND BLUE LOOP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
KREIS POND GREEN LOOP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CH-PAA-QN PEAK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
JOCKO 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GORGE CREEK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KREIS POND YELLOW LOOP 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
KREIS POND BLUE LOOP - A 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NAPA LOOKOUT 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
KREIS POND ORANGE LOOP 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WIRE TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RATTLESNAKE CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PIPER LAKE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JOCKO DIVIDE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TWIN LAKES 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HEMLOCK POINT 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CARTER LAKE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HEMLOCK POINT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COLD LAKES 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BUNKER CREEK 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HOLLAND FALLS NRT 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
EDITH PEAK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SUNBURST LAKE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HEMLOCK LAKE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GLACIER SLOUGH 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MINERAL PEAK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
EDITH PEAK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SMITH - LITTLE SALMON 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FLY LAKE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FINLEY SPOOK CUTOFF 1.2 SNOW — — —
ALPINE 7 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOLD CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST FORK GOLD CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST FORK GOLD CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GRAND MENARD ENVIR DISCOVERY 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ALPINE 7 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WIRE TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DINAH LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BEAVER LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELK RIDGE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
E. HOLLAND LAKE CONNECT. 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOULDER LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
E. HOLLAND LAKE CONNECT. 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CILLY RIDGE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CREVICE LAKE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PLACID CREEK- JOCKO PASS 0.9 SNOW — — —
ALPINE 7 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DINAH LAKE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BUNKER CREEK 0.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRYSTAL LAKE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BIG LAKE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JOCKO 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MIDDLE FORK BUNKER CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HOLLAND LOOKOUT - SPUR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BUNKER CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOULDER LAKE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RAINY LAKE WEST 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HOLLAND LAKE NATURE TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BUNKER CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GLACIER CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JOCKO 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RATTLESNAKE CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
RAINY LAKE EAST 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE 0.5 SNOW — — —
CRYSTAL LAKE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WRANGLE CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ELK RIDGE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GLACIER LAKE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DINAH LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CRYSTAL LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRYSTAL LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FLATHEAD LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WEST FORK GOLD CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRYSTAL LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PORCUPINE CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JOCKO 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRYSTAL LAKE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MINERAL PEAK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRYSTAL LAKE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NAPA LOOKOUT 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
E. HOLLAND LAKE CONNECT. 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CH-PAA-QN PEAK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GLACIER LAKE FEEDER 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CONNER CREEK CONNECTION 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COLD LAKES 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RICHMOND CLEARWATER LOOP NORTH 0.3 SNOW — — —
HEMLOCK FEEDER 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BUNKER CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WORDEN LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST FORK GOLD CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOULDER LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BOULDER POINT 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
E. HOLLAND LAKE CONNECT. 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE 0.2 SNOW — — —
TRINKUS CABIN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BUNKER CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CEDAR LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRYSTAL LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LOWER GOLD RIDGE (ARCHIVE) 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAND MENARD SHORT LOOP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CARTER LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FLATHEAD LAKE SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BUNKER CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE 0.0 SNOW — — —
NORTH CLEARWATER LOOP 0.0 SNOW — — —
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE 0.0 SNOW — — —
WEST FORK GOLD CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELK RIDGE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE SPUR A 0.0 SNOW — — —

Museums in Kicking Horse

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
PEOPLE'S CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM53253 US HIGHWAY 934068835344$7,281,542
MIRACLE OF AMERICA STORYHISTORY MUSEUM$623,773
NINEPIPES MUSEUM OF EARLY MONTANAHISTORY MUSEUM4066443435$73,439
FORT CONNAH RESTORATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONRONAN4066765541
MISSION VALLEY HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM4066765454
POLSON-FLATHEAD HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION708 MAIN STREET PO BOX 2064068833049

Libraries in Kicking Horse

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL-COMMUNITY LIBRARY76 THIRD AVE.0.033,020
NORTH LAKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY2 FIRST AVENUE EAST0.031,200
RONAN LIBRARY DISTRICT203 MAIN STREET SW0.030,992

Farmers Markets in Kicking Horse

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Polson Farmers Market3rd Ave WestMay to OctoberTue:4:30 AM - 7:00 PM;Fri:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM;Yes
Ronan Farmers' Market155-199 Hwy 9305/16/2019 to 09/26/2019Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;

Hotels in Kicking Horse

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cheff Ranch & Legacy Outfitters LLC

Cafes in Kicking Horse

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Countryside Café

Breweries in Kicking Horse

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Glacier Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries6 10th St4068832595
Lakeview BrewCoffee Shops, MT, Polson, Polson, MT, Coffee & Tea, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Polson Brewers, Tea 50382 Us Highway 934068831919
Pheasant LoungeCocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants &117 Main St S W4066769431

Cell Towers in Kicking Horse

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1.7 STATUTE MI SE RAVALLI APPROX 4 STATUTE MI SSWTOWER58

Bridges in Kicking Horse

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete1933517,072F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1933777,072P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201750100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202345100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202345100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202240100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201540100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200440100G
CulvertSteel199122100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197731100P

Airports Near Kicking Horse

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Missoula Montana AirportMSOMedium Airport
Abel Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Ayotte Airport—Small Airport
Black Canyon Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Braidwater Farm Airport—Small Airport
Cabin Creek Landing Airport—Small Airport
Candylands Airport—Small Airport
Condon USFS Airport—Small Airport
Crown Ranch Airpark—Small Airport
Danford Field—Small Airport
Ferndale Airfield—Small Airport
Hanson Airport—Small Airport
Hot Springs Airport—Small Airport
Hoversland Airport—Small Airport
Kalispell City Airport—Small Airport
Lakeside Airport—Small Airport
Masonry Field—Small Airport
Meadow Creek USFS Airport—Small Airport
Nine Mile Airport—Small Airport
Petty Creek Mountain Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Polson Airport—Small Airport
Rock Creek Airport—Small Airport
Ronan Airport—Small Airport
Sanders Airport—Small Airport
Seeley Lake Airport—Small Airport
Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Spotted Bear USFS Airport—Small Airport
St Ignatius Airport—Small Airport
Tarkio Montana Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Taylor Homestead Airport—Small Airport
Wounded Buck Ranch Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kicking Horse

What is the population of Kicking Horse?

Kicking Horse has a population of 69 residents and is located in Montana. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 62.3% female and 37.7% male.

Is Kicking Horse expensive to live in?

Kicking Horse is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.6 / below the baseline of 100.

Is Kicking Horse safe?

The violent crime rate in Kicking Horse is 571 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,494 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Kicking Horse receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Kicking Horse?

Kicking Horse has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 26.

How is the job market in Kicking Horse?

The job market in Kicking Horse is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $967. There are 1,300 business establishments in the area, including 92 restaurants and food service locations.

How are the schools in Kicking Horse?

Schools in Kicking Horse score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 100.0% of adults in Kicking Horse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 48.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Kicking Horse?

The obesity rate in Kicking Horse is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 25.8% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 62.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,335.

What are the demographics of Kicking Horse?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kicking Horse is 71% White, 29% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 69.0% of the population are military veterans. 43.4% of residents have a disability. 65.1% have health insurance coverage.

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