Klein, MT

Montana

Klein is a small town in Montana with a population of 292. Residents earn $49,387 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
292 Population 23/sq mi density
$49,387 Median Income $23,597 per capita
$237,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,387 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$237,700 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,387
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $237,700
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population292
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female25% / 75%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,387
Per Capita$23,597
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$514M

Housing

B+
Home Value$237,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation3,363 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+70.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
CommuteN/A
Libraries1

Is Klein a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Klein receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Klein offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Klein is $49,387, 34% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Klein is $237,700, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Klein experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches, including 24.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Klein has a population of 292 with a density of 23 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 7.2% Hispanic.

Population

292
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
12.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25.3%
Female 74.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Klein vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Klein vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Klein is $49,387, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Klein vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,387
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,597
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$58,337

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)199
County GDP$514M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare11
Retail15
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,325
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.98%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home35.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Klein is $237,700, 16% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$237,700
16% below 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,325
34% below US avg
Effective Rate0.98%
In Klein, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.0%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.7%
Premature Death9,831/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access51.9%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Klein has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall24.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,363 ft (1,025 m)
Area12.9 sq mi (33.3 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates46.3983°N, 108.5526°W
County FIPS30065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 13.2%

Winner: Republican by 71.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+70.0%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density23/sq mi
Total Area12.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants10
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home35.5%

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