Melstone, MT

Montana

Melstone is a small town in Montana with a population of 75.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
75 Population 121/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $31,220 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density121/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans46.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,220
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$108M
Commute15 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Elevation2,915 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+83.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 13%
Commute15 min
Broadband32.0%

Is Melstone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melstone receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Melstone faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Melstone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches, including 42.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Melstone has a population of 75 with a density of 121 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.7%), with 29.3% Hispanic.

Population

75
Total Population
121
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Melstone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Melstone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melstone is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Melstone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,220
Avg Weekly Wage$823
IRS Avg AGI$59,655

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)34
County GDP$108M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

In Melstone, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate67.9%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.5/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Melstone has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.5 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall42.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,915 ft (888 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates46.5987°N, 107.8683°W
County FIPS30103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 12.9%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score5.68
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density121/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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