Median Income
$32,500
57% lower than US avg
Home Value
$105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$857
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
41.9%
238% higher than US avg
How Montegut Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,264
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
C+
Median Income$32,500
Per Capita$22,072
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty41.9%
County GDP$6,287M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$105,000
Rent$857
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$111,865
Health
Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease8.5%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain66.7 in/yr
Elevation-1 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+57.2%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Libraries10
Is Montegut a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Montegut receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Montegut has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Montegut is $32,500, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 41.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Montegut is $105,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $857 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Montegut enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Montegut has a population of 1,264 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 18.8% Hispanic.
Population
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.4% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.6% |
| 43% below US avg |
The median household income in Montegut is $32,500, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $32,500 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,072 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,291 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,033 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 41.9% |
| 238% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,205 |
| County GDP | $6,287M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 159 |
| Healthcare | 179 |
| Retail | 263 |
| Manufacturing | 56 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,016 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
The median home value in Montegut is $105,000, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $857 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,865.
Home Values
| Census Median | $105,000 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $111,865 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $857 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,016 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.82% |
In Montegut, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.2% report depression. 38.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Montegut vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.7% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.8% |
| Heart Disease | 8.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 11.8% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.7% |
| Depression | 32.2% |
| Mental Distress | 25.2% |
| Physical Distress | 19.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,656/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 179 |
Crime Rates: Montegut vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
Safety Score
Montegut has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above US avg |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 66.7 inches |
| 75% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | -1 ft (0 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 300/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.4406°N, 90.5608°W |
| County FIPS | 22057 |