McAllister, MT

Montana

McAllister is a small town in Montana with a population of 226. Residents earn $46,594 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
226 Population 100/sq mi density
$46,594 Median Income $24,473 per capita
$612,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,594 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$612,900 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,594
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $612,900
117% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population226
Median Age77.8 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,594
Per Capita$24,473
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$651M

Housing

F
Home Value$612,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation4,886 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4

Is McAllister a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McAllister receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. McAllister offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McAllister is $46,594, 38% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McAllister is $612,900, making it a premium housing market at 117% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 13.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

McAllister experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 51.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

McAllister has a population of 226 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 77.8 years, 100% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

226
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
77.8yrs
Median Age
100% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.9%
Female 38.1%

Race & Ethnicity

McAllister vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McAllister vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McAllister is $46,594, which is 38% below 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.

Income: McAllister vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,594
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,473
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$100,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)619
County GDP$651M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare21
Retail43
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,191
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.68%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McAllister is $612,900, 117% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$612,900
117% 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)$4,191
20% above US avg
Effective Rate0.68%
In McAllister, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 16.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.3%
Physical Inactivity16.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate66.9%
Premature Death5,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access29.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

McAllister has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall51.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,886 ft (1,489 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates45.4364°N, 111.7252°W
County FIPS30057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants68
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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