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Lakeview, MT

Montana · Fremont County

Lakeview is a small town in Montana with a population of 36. Residents earn $45,500 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
36 Population 47/sq mi density
$45,500 Median Income $23,772 per capita
36°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
150 Violent Crime/100K 975 property/100K
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$45,500 median income, 27.8% unemployment
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
150 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $45,500
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 150/100K
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.4%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 27.8%
672% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population36
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density47/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans36.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,500
Per Capita$23,772
Unemployment27.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$550M

Housing

Ownership100.0%
Zillow$628,882
Housing Units15
Rent Burden24.3%

Crime

F
Violent150/100K
Property975/100K

Health

Obesity24.4%
Smoking11.9%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation6,759 ft (2,060 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 14%
Broadband12.0%
Libraries4

Is Lakeview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeview receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Lakeview has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeview is $45,500, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 27.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Safety & Crime

Lakeview is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 975 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Lakeview has a population of 36 with a density of 47 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.4% female and 55.6% male. The city is predominantly White (69.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 36.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 45.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

36
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeview 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

Lakeview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeview is $45,500, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,772 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $876, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 27.8% (above 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 580 business establishments, including 53 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 15.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Lakeview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,500
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,772
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$62,280
Gini Index0.376 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment27.8%
672% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)580
County GDP$550M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare20
Retail52
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,443
2% below US avg
Cost of Living94.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone10.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $628,882. Fair market rent ranges from $1,076 for a one-bedroom to $1,336 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 15 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2001. The average annual property tax is $3,443. 24.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$628,882

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units15
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,443
2% below US avg
In Lakeview, 24.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 25.5% have high blood pressure. 11.9% are current smokers. 23.5% report binge drinking. 15.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.6% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,398. The dentist ratio is 1:1,553. 71.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.4%
24% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep29.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Primary Care1:3,398
Dentists1:1,553
Mental Health1:1,183
Checkup Rate67.8%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death6,704/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access71.5%
Healthcare Facilities20
Lakeview has a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 975 per 100,000, 50% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lakeview receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent149.9/100K
61% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property974.5/100K
50% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Lakeview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 311 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 19.9 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 6,759 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,759 ft (2,060 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates44.6021°N, 111.8124°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyFremont County County
Nearest AirportIdaho Falls Regional (IDA)
76 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.9"
48% below US avg
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.28"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score38.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience17.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

1,117 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 19, 2025.

Jul 26, 2005 16 km N of Dillon, Montana M5.6 106 km
Aug 20, 1999 22 km NW of Lima, Montana M5.1 80 km
Mar 30, 2014 22 km S of Mammoth, Wyoming M4.8 91 km
Apr 9, 2019 9 km NE of Lima, Montana M4.6 56 km
May 8, 2007 8 km NNW of Alder, Montana M4.4 92 km
Apr 5, 2011 28 km NNE of Spencer, Idaho M4.4 22 km
Feb 5, 2006 44 km NE of Spencer, Idaho M4.4 11 km
Jun 16, 2017 12 km E of Hebgen Lake Estates, Montana M4.4 65 km
Jun 13, 2016 45 km W of Hebgen Lake Estates, Montana M4.3 15 km
Aug 21, 2003 53 km N of Kelly, Wyoming M4.3 118 km
Oct 28, 1998 18 km S of Whitehall, Montana M4.3 125 km
May 11, 2022 36 km S of Silver Gate, Montana M4.2 144 km
Nov 24, 2000 24 km S of Mammoth, Wyoming M4.2 90 km
Jul 14, 2023 3 km S of Lima, Montana M4.2 62 km
Aug 16, 2019 4 km NW of Manhattan, Montana M4.2 147 km
Aug 23, 1998 9 km N of Alta, Wyoming M4.2 105 km
Aug 28, 1995 62 km NNE of Kelly, Wyoming M4.2 130 km
Mar 25, 2008 35 km S of Silver Gate, Montana M4.2 142 km
Oct 7, 2024 11 km E of Dillon, Montana M4.1 87 km
Aug 30, 1997 25 km WNW of Hebgen Lake Estates, Montana M4.1 36 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

29 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Sep 26, 1959 EF2 78 km 0
Mar 25, 1991 EF1 58 km 0
Apr 11, 1985 EF1 77 km 0
May 15, 1984 EF1 87 km 0
Aug 25, 1955 EF1 86 km 0
Aug 6, 2023 EF0 48 km 0
Jul 10, 2016 EF0 95 km 0
Jul 11, 2015 EF0 94 km 0
May 10, 2014 EF0 93 km 0
Sep 17, 2013 EF0 56 km 0
Sep 17, 2013 EF0 57 km 0
May 7, 2013 EF0 95 km 0
May 9, 2005 EF0 76 km 0
Jul 2, 2004 EF0 72 km 0
Jun 29, 1999 EF0 73 km 0
Jun 30, 1997 EF0 75 km 0
Sep 5, 1995 EF0 68 km 0
Jun 5, 1995 EF0 50 km 0
Jul 6, 1993 EF0 8 km 0
Jun 15, 1993 EF0 76 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yellowstone (93 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yellowstone Caldera(s) 2,805 m (9,203 ft) -1350 93 km
Hell's Half Acre Shield 1,631 m (5,351 ft) -3250 133 km
Craters of the Moon Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,005 m (6,578 ft) -130 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NORTH FORK (563,527 ac, 1988).

Year Name Acres Distance
1988 NORTH FORK 563,527 87 km
2018 GRASSY RIDGE 106,164 54 km
2016 MAPLE 103,193 67 km
2003 DEEP 38,701 64 km
1988 FAN 20,422 79 km
2017 DEER PARK 17,745 85 km
1988 FALLS 16,607 99 km
2006 CLARKS CANYON 14,848 88 km
2018 INDIAN BUTTE 12,897 50 km
2006 SNOWSHOE 11,910 53 km
2003 WINSLOW 11,794 9 km
2003 MENAN 11,790 83 km
2000 BEAVER CREEK 9,568 56 km
1994 ROBINSON 8,629 76 km
1988 SWEETWATER 8,405 67 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,385 48 km
2021 GOOSE 7,817 22 km
2000 CAMAS 7,249 80 km
2018 MONUMENT 6,973 46 km
1986 CEDAR BT 2 6,488 67 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.7 in
March 23°F (-5°C) 1.8 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 1.4 in
May 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.1 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 2.2 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 2.3 in Wettest

Lakeview has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 14°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.8").

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Lakeview is located in Fremont County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 22.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 83% of the vote, a 69-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 20 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 69 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density47/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyFremont County County

Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Avg Download Speed42.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants53
Retail Stores52

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone10.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%
Average costs for common services in Lakeview. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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$550
Toddler$526
Preschool$488
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$473
Toddler$470
Preschool$441
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Fremont County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 485 64 $23,114 1.42
Retail Trade 447 53 $33,726 1.19
Construction 372 114 $47,637 1.89
Health Care & Social Assistance 270 47 $41,438 0.50
Manufacturing 191 16 $37,643 0.62
Administrative & Waste Services 169 28 $52,282 0.77
Transportation & Warehousing 145 29 $55,566 0.91
Other Services 84 28 $46,952 0.74
Real Estate 58 32 $33,160 1.00
Educational Services 16 4 $34,101 0.21
Arts & Entertainment 11 6 $59,783 0.17

Campgrounds Near Lakeview

29 campgrounds found near Lakeview.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Riverview Campground 5.0/5 1 $15
STEEL CREEK GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.8/5 1 Free
Grandview Campground (Idaho) 4.7/5 8 $31–$62
RIVERSIDE (ID - TARGHEE) 4.7/5 35 $25–$75
STODDARD CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.7/5 20 $15–$125
BEAVER CREEK CABIN (MT) 4.6/5 1 $65
BUTTERMILK 4.6/5 21 $25–$100
MCCREA BRIDGE 4.6/5 17 $25–$50
UPPER COFFEE POT 4.6/5 15 $25–$62
AL TAYLOR CABIN 4.5/5 1 $35
BEAVER CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 61 $26
BUFFALO (IDAHO) 4.5/5 49 $25–$100
BISHOP MOUNTAIN CABIN 4.4/5 1 $30
FLAT ROCK (IDAHO) 4.4/5 16 $25–$62
WARM RIVER 4.4/5 24 $25–$100
ANTONE CABIN 4.3/5 1 $45
Madison River (MT) 4.2/5 11 $15
VIGILANTE CABIN 4.2/5 1 $75
WALL CREEK CABIN 4.2/5 1 $45
BLACK BUTTE CABIN 4.1/5 1 $25–$45
CABIN CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.1/5 15 $26
Wade Lake (MT) 4.1/5 25 $15–$30
Cliff Point (MT) 4.0/5 7 $15
WEST FORK CABIN (S OF ENNIS) 3.8/5 1 $45
Box Canyon Campground — — Free
Hilltop Campground (MT) — 1 $15
NOTCH CABIN — 1 Free
Palisades Campground — — Free
West Fork Madison Campground — 1 $12

National Parks Near Lakeview

2 national parks and monuments found near Lakeview.

ParkTypeFee
Beaverhead Rock State Park State Park Free
Clark's Lookout State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Lakeview

272+ trails found near Lakeview.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BLACK BUTTE LOOP SNOWMOBILE 49.6 — — —
SNOWCREST 38.9 — — —
CLOVER MEADOWS SNOWMOBILE 23.1 — — —
GILBERT TRAIL 22.5 — — —
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 17.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BIG BEND RIDGE TRAIL 16.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BURNT/COAL 16.1 — — —
FLATIRON LOOP SNOWMOBILE 15.1 — — —
LOBO MESA 14.4 — — —
WEST FORK MADISON 14.0 — — —
ANTELOPE BASIN SNOWMOBILE 12.0 — — —
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE 11.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FREEZEOUT LOOP SNOWMOBILE 11.5 — — —
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE 11.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HYDE CREEK 11.3 — — —
HORSE CREEK 10.7 — — —
COOK HEADQUARTERS 10.6 — — —
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE NST 10.3 — — —
GAZELLE 10.3 — — —
ALEX DRAW TO MCGARY CANYON 9.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PAPOOSE CREEK 8.3 — — —
FISH CREEK LAKE 8.1 — — —
LITTLE ELK RIVER 8.0 — — —
FREEZEOUT MOUNTAIN 7.8 — — —
LOST MINE CANYON 7.5 — — —
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
POLE CREEK 7.3 — — —
SHORT CREEK 7.2 — — —
CASCADE MOUNTAIN 7.0 — — —
DRY FORK 6.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MERIDIAN CREEK 6.5 — — —
WATKINS CREEK 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
EAST FORK BLACKTAIL CREEK 6.2 — — —
POISON CREEK 6.1 — — —
DIVIDE CREEK 6.0 — — —
SHEDHORN CREEK 5.8 — — —
NORTH FORK WALL CREEK 5.8 — — —
CLIFF LAKE BENCH 5.8 — — —
SOUTH FORK RUBY 5.8 — — —
LOBO SPRINGS 5.7 — — —
POISON HEADWATERS 5.5 — — —
SENTINEL CREEK 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
ECCLES TRAIL 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAST DRY CREEK 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WOLF CREEK 5.2 — — —
LAWRENCE CREEK 5.1 — — —
MOOSE LAKE 5.1 — — —
WEST FORK RUBY CREEK 5.0 — — —
STANDARD CREEK 5.0 — — —
CHERRY CREEK 4.9 — — —
MILE CREEK 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MEADOW CREEK 4.8 — — —
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SAWTOOTH 4.5 — — —
BEAR GULCH-TABLE MTN 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ROUGH CREEK 4.3 — — —
LAST CHANCE TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
VAN NOY - STODDARD 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NO MAN CREEK 4.2 — — —
LODGEPOLE 4.2 — — —
WEST FORK BEAVER CREEK 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FISH CREEK RIDGE 4.0 — — —
LONE PINE PASS 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MOOSE CREEK 4.0 — — —
SAWTELL PEAK 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TARGHEE CREEK 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CORNELL HEADQUARTERS 3.8 — — —
CORRAL CREEK 3.8 — — —
RIPLEY BUTTE TRAIL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HUNTLEY CANYON 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
STODDARD CR LOOP 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PAPOOSE BENCH 3.5 — — —
STODDAD CR RIDGE 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELDRIDGE 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WAPITI 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SHEEP LAKE 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
DYNAMITE SPRINGS TRAIL 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MILE CREEK FACE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TATE RESERVOIR 3.3 — — —
GRINDSTONE 3.2 — — —
FINE RIDGE 3.2 — — —
DRY FORK 3.1 — — —
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GOLD BUTTE 3.0 — — —
BASIN CREEK 3.0 — — —
LIGHTNING LAKE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WEST FORK WATKINS 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PICNIC RIDGE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BOX CANYON 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes Yes
RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SOUTH FORK HYDE CREEK 2.9 — — —
COFFIN LAKES 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LEWIS CREEK 2.8 — — —
LITTLE TABLE 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
POISON CREEK 2.6 — — —
ELK RIVER 2.6 — — —
REFUGE POINT (XC) 2.6 — — —
SOUTH FORK INDIAN 2.5 — — —
PETERSON BASIN 2.5 — — —
ELDRIDGE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TEEPEE CREEK 2.5 — — —
REBISH CUTOFF 2.5 — — —
PONDS TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MT. CAREY 2.4 — — —
61200 2.4 — — —
TWO MEADOWS 2.4 — — —
BASIN CREEK 2.4 — — —
TRAIL CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LAKE CREEK 2.3 — — —
LAKE CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NO NAME 2.3 — — —
MINNIE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LIONHEAD MTN C D N S T 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TARGHEE CREEK 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COFFEE POT RAPIDS 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAYS FORK 2.1 — — —
ELK RIVER BASIN 2.1 — — —
WEST CREEK 2.0 — — —
HOWARD CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HOWARD CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRIMSTONE 2.0 — — —
EAST CAMAS - TABLE MTN. 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST END LOOP 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PORTAL CREEK 1.9 — — —
EAST CAMAS - TABLE MTN. 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
STODDARD CREEK 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST CAMAS CREEK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CARROT BASIN DIVIDE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
TAYLOR FALLS 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SNOWSHOE PASS 1.7 — — —
COALMINE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TUMBLEDOWN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CLARK FORK 1.6 — — —
BRIMSTONE 1.6 — — —
WEST END 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LAKESIDE TRAIL 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SHEEP LAKE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CLARK FORK CUTOFF 1.5 — — —
DEADHORSE CREEK 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LIGHTNING CREEK 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WEST THREEMILE CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ICE CREEK 1.4 — — —
REBISH CAMP 1.4 — — —
BEAR CREEK RUBY 1.4 — — —
ALP CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
DRY GULCH 1.4 — — —
SUNK CREEK 1.4 — — —
SALAMANDER LAKE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COAL CREEK 1.3 — — —
LIGHTNING CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SENTINEL CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LOOKOUT POINT SOUTH 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BUTTERMILK TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WOLVERINE 1.3 — — —
BUFFALO RIVER TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes Yes
CAVE MOUNTAIN 1.2 — — —
KELLY RESERVOIR 1.2 — — —
RED CUB 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HILLTOP 1.2 — — —
BUCK'S NEST 1.1 — — —
CABIN CREEK DIVIDE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOBCAT 1.1 — — —
PETE CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FAULT TRAIL 1.1 — — —
LIGHTNING CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
HILGARD BASIN 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WEST END WELL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOLDMINE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RATTLESNAKE LOOP TRAIL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
AVALANCHE LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TAYLOR FALLS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TUMBLEDOWN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TRAIL CREEK CUTOFF 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PONDS TRAIL C 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST FORK BEAVER CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HOWARD CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HANCOCK LAKE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LAKESIDE TRAIL E 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LIONHEAD 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes Yes
WATKINS CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WEST FORK BEAVER CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WEST CREEK RIDGE 0.8 — — —
BEAR GULCH-TABLE MTN 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ELDRIDGE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
RED CUB 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MILL CREEK TRAIL A 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HILGARD BASIN 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MILL CREEK TRAIL B 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TAYLOR FALLS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LIGHTNING CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
ALP CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
RED CUB 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LAKESIDE TRAIL D 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COALMINE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST FORK WATKINS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
INSPIRATION DIVIDE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
ALP CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BARNETT TRAIL 0.7 — — —
CABIN CREEK DIVIDE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SENTINEL CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
EXPEDITION 0.6 — — —
SHOTGUN TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LIGHTNING LAKE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MINNIE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
POWDER GULCH 0.6 — — —
RED CUB 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SHEEP LAKE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
ALP CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TUMBLE BASIN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TAYLOR FALLS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CABIN CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MINNIE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MILE CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LOOKOUT POINT SPUR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELDRIDGE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LAKE CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CABIN CREEK DIVIDE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MILE CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
FLATIRON TIE SNOWMOBILE 0.5 — — —
ECCLES CUTOFF TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TUMBLEDOWN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TAYLOR FALLS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
INSPIRATION DIVIDE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
DEADHORSE CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST FORK MADISON SPUR 0.4 — — —
ALDOUS LAKE LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LIGHTNING CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SHEEP FALLS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes Yes
TILTED BUILDINGS 0.3 ASPHALT Yes — —
LIGHTNING LAKE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CABIN CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SHEEP LAKE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LANDSLIDE 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
LIGHTNING CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MEMORIAL BOULDER 0.3 ASPHALT Yes — —
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LIGHTNING CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
ELDRIDGE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TAYLOR FALLS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LIGHTNING LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PONDS TRAIL A 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST FORK BEAVER CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TRAIL CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CABIN CREEK DIVIDE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PONDS TRAIL B 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CROWS LANDING TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LIONHEAD 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes Yes
TARGHEE CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FALLEN MOUNTAIN 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MADISON VIEW 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
TILTED HIGHWAY 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
INSPIRATION DIVIDE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MADISON OVERLOOK 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
LIGHTNING CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SENTINEL CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
ELDRIDGE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SENTINEL CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BEARCAT POINT SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SHOTGUN TRAIL A 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FALLEN MOUNTAIN 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
ALDOUS LAKE TRAILHEAD 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LAKESIDE TRAIL B 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LAKESIDE TRAIL C 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LAKESIDE TRAIL A 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
INSPIRATION DIVIDE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WEST FORK BEAVER CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LIONHEAD 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes Yes

Museums in Lakeview

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LIMA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Ski Resorts Near Lakeview

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Big Sky Resort 250.0 34 3,398 $110 November - April — Yes

Bridges in Lakeview

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete196928150F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber196624150F
FrameConcrete199831150F
Truss (Thru)Steel1902300100F
Truss (Thru)Steel192098100F
FrameConcrete199228100F
SlabConcrete20022855G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19998850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19813250P
Truss (Thru)Steel19479950P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19852850F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20016050G
SlabWood or Timber20012450G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19543350P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19472250F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19543050P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19543350F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19473650F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19752850F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196426740G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19573335P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19705230P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber20112824G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber20112824G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber20035610G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20076010F

Airports Near Lakeview

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Yellowstone AirportWYSMedium Airport
66 Ranch Airstrip—Small Airport
Dillon AirportDLNSmall Airport
Dubois Municipal AirportDBSSmall Airport
Ennis Big Sky Airport—Small Airport
Henry's Lake Airport—Small Airport
Judkins Airport—Small Airport
Metzel Creek Airport—Small Airport
Montfort Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Nine Quarter Circle Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Ousel Falls Airport—Small Airport
Stanford Field—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lakeview

What is the population of Lakeview?

Lakeview has a population of 36 residents and is located in Montana. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.4% female and 55.6% male.

Is Lakeview expensive to live in?

Lakeview is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.6 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $45,500, 39% below the national average of $75,149.

Is Lakeview safe?

Lakeview is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 975 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lakeview receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lakeview?

Lakeview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 26.

How is the job market in Lakeview?

The job market in Lakeview faces challenges, with unemployment at 27.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $876. There are 580 business establishments in the area, including 53 restaurants and food service locations.

How are the schools in Lakeview?

Schools in Lakeview score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.2% of adults in Lakeview hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lakeview?

The obesity rate in Lakeview is 24.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.9% of adults are smokers. 15.5% are physically inactive. 23.1% of residents report depression. 71.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,398.

What are the demographics of Lakeview?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lakeview is 69.4% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 36.0% of the population are military veterans. 45.2% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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