Montana City, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Montana City is a small town in Montana with a population of 2,899. Residents earn $125,223 per year, which is 67% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,899 Population 85/sq mi density
$125,223 Median Income $50,691 per capita
$519,100 Home Value
$1,206 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$125,223 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$519,100 home value, $1,206/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,223
67% higher than US avg
Home Value $519,100
84% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.5%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,206
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,899
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$125,223
Per Capita$50,691
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$307M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$519,100
Rent$1,206
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation4,384 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.5%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 18%
Commute17 min
Libraries1

Is Montana City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montana City receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Montana City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montana City is $125,223, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Montana City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montana City is $519,100, making it a premium housing market at 84% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,206 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Montana City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches, including 37.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Montana City has a population of 2,899 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

2,899
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
34.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Montana City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montana City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montana City is $125,223, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Montana City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,223
67% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,691
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$80,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)263
County GDP$307M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare9
Retail23
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Montana City is $519,100, 84% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,206 (4% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$519,100
84% above US avg
Median List Price$799,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$799,000
$/Sq Ft$333
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops5.9%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,206
4% above US avg

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-Occupied95.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Rate0.60%
In Montana City, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Montana City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure24.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity16.4%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death6,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Montana City has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.4 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall37.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,384 ft (1,336 m)
Area34.1 sq mi (88.3 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates46.5240°N, 111.9335°W
County FIPS30007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 43.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.5%
29% above US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.68
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area34.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants19
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Work from Home11.5%

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