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Little Bitterroot Lake, MT

Montana

Little Bitterroot Lake is a small town in Montana with a population of 153. Residents earn $105,114 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
153 Population 18/sq mi density
$105,114 Median Income $39,601 per capita
$775,000 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,114 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$775,000 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,114
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $775,000
175% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Little Bitterroot Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population153
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans14.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,114
Per Capita$39,601
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,210M
Commute43 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$775,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units266
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking15.9%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation3,909 ft (1,191 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+23.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute43 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries5

Is Little Bitterroot Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Bitterroot Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Little Bitterroot Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Little Bitterroot Lake is $105,114, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Little Bitterroot Lake among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Little Bitterroot Lake is $775,000, making it a premium housing market at 175% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Little Bitterroot Lake 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. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches, including 54.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Little Bitterroot Lake has a population of 153 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

153
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
8.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Bitterroot Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Little Bitterroot Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Bitterroot Lake is $105,114, which is 40% above 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. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Little Bitterroot Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,114
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,601
Avg Weekly Wage$1,122
IRS Avg AGI$92,813

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate0.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.3 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Little Bitterroot Lake is $775,000, 175% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$775,000
175% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$550
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.8%

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-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units266
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg
Effective Rate0.69%
In Little Bitterroot Lake, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Little Bitterroot Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.4%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate63.3%
Dental Visits58.1%
Premature Death7,948/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities459
Little Bitterroot Lake 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. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,909 ft (1,191 m)
Area8.4 sq mi (21.8 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates48.1339°N, 114.7259°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS30029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+23.1%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area8.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities459
Restaurants450
Retail Stores491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.3 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

Nearby Cities

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