Lewistown Heights, MT

Montana

Lewistown Heights is a small town in Montana with a population of 484. Residents earn $86,930 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
484 Population 205/sq mi density
$86,930 Median Income $42,566 per capita
$277,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,930 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$277,300 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,930
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $277,300
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population484
Median Age27.5 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,930
Per Capita$42,566
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$777M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$277,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation4,009 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 23%
Commute30 min
Libraries4

Is Lewistown Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lewistown Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lewistown Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lewistown Heights is $86,930, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lewistown Heights is $277,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.4% 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

Lewistown Heights has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Lewistown Heights has a population of 484 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 27.5 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%).

Population

484
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
27.5yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lewistown Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lewistown Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lewistown Heights is $86,930, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Lewistown Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,930
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,566
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$65,867

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)580
County GDP$777M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare47
Retail61
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,536
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lewistown Heights is $277,300, 2% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,300
2% 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-Occupied42.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,536
1% above US avg
Effective Rate1.28%
In Lewistown Heights, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lewistown Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate68.4%
Premature Death8,198/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities47

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lewistown Heights has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,009 ft (1,222 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates47.0784°N, 109.4735°W
County FIPS30027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants37
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home3.7%

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