Lake Mary Ronan, MT

Montana

Lake Mary Ronan is a small town in Montana with a population of 63.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
63 Population 60/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $40,438 per capita
$607,100 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
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $607,100
115% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.8%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

How Lake Mary Ronan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population63
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans50.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,438
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute42 min

Housing

Home Value$607,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation3,732 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute42 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries3

Is Lake Mary Ronan a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Mary Ronan is $607,100, making it a premium housing market at 115% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Mary Ronan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Lake Mary Ronan has a population of 63 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

63
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Mary Ronan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lake Mary Ronan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Mary Ronan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Lake Mary Ronan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,438
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% 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 Rate0.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Mary Ronan is $607,100, 115% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$607,100
115% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
Effective Rate0.78%

Health Metrics: Lake Mary Ronan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: Lake Mary Ronan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Lake Mary Ronan has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,732 ft (1,138 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates47.9172°N, 114.3791°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.8%
9% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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