Lonepine, MT

Montana

Lonepine is a small town in Montana with a population of 130. Residents earn $31,750 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
130 Population 10/sq mi density
$31,750 Median Income $24,002 per capita
$283,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$31,750 median income, 4.6% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$283,300 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,750
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $283,300
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,750
Per Capita$24,002
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute14 min

Housing

D
Home Value$283,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation2,845 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute14 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries3

Is Lonepine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lonepine receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lonepine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lonepine is $31,750, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lonepine is $283,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lonepine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Lonepine has a population of 130 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

130
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
13.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%
Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lonepine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lonepine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lonepine is $31,750, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Lonepine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,750
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,002
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% 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 Rate1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lonepine is $283,300, 0% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$283,300
0% 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-Occupied52.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.67%
In Lonepine, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.9%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Lonepine has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,845 ft (867 m)
Area13.4 sq mi (34.8 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates47.6921°N, 114.6396°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 74.0% 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+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area13.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Work from Home17.6%

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