Kila, MT

Montana

Kila is a small town in Montana with a population of 406.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
406 Population 102/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $30,547 per capita
$355,600 Home Value $692,452 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $355,600
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.1%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.4%
105% higher than US avg

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

People

Population406
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,547
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty25.4%
County GDP$7,210M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$355,600
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$692,452

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Elevation3,584 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.1%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute20 min
Libraries5

Is Kila a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kila receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Kila 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 0.3%. The poverty rate of 25.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kila is $355,600, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kila has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches, including 54.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Kila has a population of 406 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 5.9% Hispanic, 14% Black.

Population

406
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kila vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kila vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kila is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Kila vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,547
Avg Weekly Wage$1,122
IRS Avg AGI$92,813

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.4%
105% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,994
County GDP$7,210M

Business (County)

Restaurants450
Healthcare459
Retail491
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kila is $355,600, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $692,452.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$355,600
26% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$692,452

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% 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-Occupied77.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In Kila, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death7,948/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities459

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Kila has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.8 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall54.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,584 ft (1,092 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates48.1215°N, 114.4767°W
County FIPS30029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.1%
7% above US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities459
Restaurants450
Retail Stores491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home4.0%

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