Montello, NV
Nevada · Elko County
Montello is a small town in Nevada with a population of 82.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Montello Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Housing
Health
Climate
Education
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Is Montello a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Montello receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Montello stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Montello experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Montello vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Montello vs U.S. Average
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $288,392 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 20.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,056 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,135 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,428 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,352 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 52 |
| Median Year Built | 1996 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,381 |
| 3% below US avg |
Health Metrics: Montello vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.4% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 22.5% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 23.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.7% |
| Short Sleep | 40.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,838 |
| Dentists | 1:2,079 |
| Mental Health | 1:920 |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Dental Visits | 56.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,188/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 131 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,891 ft (1,491 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 200/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2670°N, 114.1971°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Elko County County |
| Nearest Airport | Joslin Field/Magic Valley Regional (TWF) 85 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 23.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 87.1% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0503 ppm |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 87.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 28.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 3.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively Moderate |
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1909 | UTAH | Earthquake | 3.6 m | - | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Wapi Lava Field (197 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Wapi Lava Field | Shield | 1,604 m (5,262 ft) | -300 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
Montello has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.4") and November the driest (0.4").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 56.6 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Traffic Accidents | 46 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.73 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro / Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 200/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| County | Elko County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 0.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 18.0 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 2.2 Mbps |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 131 |
| Restaurants | 165 |
| Retail Stores | 167 |
Commute & Transportation
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $250 ($150-$400) |
| Specialist Visit | $350 ($200-$550) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $200 ($100-$350) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,200 ($800-$5,000) |
| Dental Cleaning | $130 ($75-$200) |
| Dental Filling | $250 ($150-$400) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $45 ($25-$75) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $75 ($50-$120) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $300 ($150-$500) |
| Tire Rotation | $40 ($20-$75) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $600 ($400-$1,000) |
| Battery Replacement | $200 ($100-$350) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $100 ($60-$150) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $90 ($50-$140) |
| HVAC Repair | $400 ($150-$800) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,000 ($4,000-$12,000) |
| Roof Repair | $1,000 ($400-$2,000) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,000 ($5,500-$15,000) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,500 ($500-$3,500) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,000 ($5,000-$30,000) |
| DUI Defense | $5,000 ($2,000-$10,000) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,500 ($800-$3,000) |
| Will Preparation | $500 ($200-$1,000) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,500 ($1,000-$5,000) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $25 ($15-$45) |
| Women's Haircut | $55 ($30-$100) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $150 ($75-$250) |
| Manicure | $25 ($15-$45) |
| Pedicure | $40 ($25-$65) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $80 ($50-$130) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.10 ($3.00-$5.50) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.50 ($2.50-$5.00) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.80 ($2.50-$5.50) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.50 ($3.00-$6.50) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.50 ($4.00-$7.50) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.00 ($0.60-$1.80) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $140 ($80-$250) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $70 ($30-$150) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $70 ($40-$120) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $70 ($40-$100) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $65 ($30-$100) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $85 ($50-$150) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $200 ($75-$500) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,000 ($1,200-$3,500) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $70 ($30-$130) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($8.00-$25) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $100 ($30-$250) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $30 ($15-$75) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,200 ($600-$2,500) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,000 ($500-$2,000) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $400 ($200-$700) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $50 ($25-$100) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,000 ($400-$2,500) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,500 ($5,000-$30,000) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $60 ($30-$100) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $100 ($50-$200) |
| Dog Grooming | $60 ($30-$100) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $40 ($20-$75) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $300 ($150-$500) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $200 ($100-$400) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $795 |
| Toddler | $668 |
| Preschool | $650 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $556 |
| Toddler | $556 |
| Preschool | $556 |
Top Industries in Elko County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Food Services | 4,765 | 150 | $34,930 | 2.36 |
| Retail Trade | 2,638 | 159 | $39,275 | 1.19 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1,811 | 132 | $58,961 | 0.57 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 1,656 | 46 | $113,371 | 19.72 |
| Construction | 1,598 | 127 | $80,813 | 1.37 |
| Wholesale Trade | 1,421 | 103 | $110,251 | 1.62 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 689 | 52 | $72,277 | 0.73 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 685 | 131 | $73,723 | 0.44 |
| Other Services | 616 | 91 | $63,646 | 0.92 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 538 | 63 | $48,993 | 0.41 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 446 | 37 | $32,045 | 1.19 |
| Management of Companies | 272 | 18 | $248,482 | 0.73 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 259 | 35 | $38,521 | 1.44 |
| Finance & Insurance | 253 | 51 | $70,925 | 0.28 |
| Real Estate | 240 | 59 | $50,805 | 0.70 |
| Manufacturing | 162 | 22 | $72,021 | 0.09 |
| Utilities | 151 | 9 | $116,263 | 1.79 |
| Information & Technology | 123 | 20 | $65,189 | 0.30 |
| Educational Services | 88 | 12 | $33,584 | 0.19 |
| Unclassified | 2 | 1 | $40,141 | 0.06 |
Schools in Montello
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montello Elementary School | Elementary | 12 | 1 | 12.0:1 |
| Grouse Creek Elementary | Elementary | 5 | 0 | - |
| Grouse Creek Secondary | - | 1 | 0 | - |
Radio Stations near Montello
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
National Parks Near Montello
3 national parks and monuments found near Montello.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Rocks State Park | State Park | Free |
| City Of Rocks National Reserve | National Reserve | Free |
| Danger Cave State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends - Montello
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 139 | $15,347 |
| 2015 | 89 | - |
| 2017 | 45 | - |
| 2019 | 59 | - |
| 2023 | 82 | - |
Restaurants in Montello
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Montello
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cell Towers in Montello
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada 233 (115105) | MTOWER | 61 |
| Nevada 233 (115105) | MTOWER | 61 |
| (Montello) 484 Pilot Rd | LTOWER | 61 |
Fire Stations in Montello
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tecoma Township Volunteer Fire Department (part of North Region) | A ST | Volunteer | 775-776-2527 |
Bridges in Montello
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1972 | 26 | 3,525 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1972 | 26 | 3,525 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete continuous | 1973 | 109 | 3,525 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete continuous | 1973 | 109 | 3,525 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1972 | 43 | 3,450 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1972 | 43 | 3,450 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1974 | 23 | 3,450 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1974 | 23 | 3,450 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete continuous | 1974 | 145 | 3,450 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete continuous | 1974 | 145 | 3,450 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete continuous | 1973 | 150 | 3,175 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete continuous | 1973 | 150 | 3,175 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1963 | 106 | 455 | F |
Airports Near Montello
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wendover Airport | ENV | Medium Airport |
| Bonneville Salt Flats | - | Small Airport |
| Gamble Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jackpot Airport/Hayden Field | KPT | Small Airport |
| Juniper Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lucin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Montello Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pilot Creek Ranches Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wells Municipal Airport/Harriet Field | LWL | Small Airport |
| Wilkins Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Winecup Gamble Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
Grocery Stores in Montello
1 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Montello Gas and Grocery | Convenience Store | 323 Front St |
Post Offices in Montello
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Montello Post Office | 143 Front Street |
| Toano Post Office |
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Hot Springs Near Montello
6 hot springs from NOAA geothermal data found near Montello.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Gamble Spring | |
| Kimber (Rose) Spring | |
| Spring (Hot) | |
| Spring (Hot) | |
| Warm Spring | |
| Warm Springs |
UFO Sightings Near Montello
3 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Montello.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Montello, NV | 2001 | Three trucks, seven people, heading out hunting. 18 miles north of Montello, Nevada. Stars shining brightly. No evidence of dawn ye |
| Montello, NV | 1994 | A necklace of colored lights against light blue sky, about 800 yards long, moving slowly north. Blue sky could be seen through the cen |
| Montello, NV | 1994 | multi-colored circle of lights moving slowly in northerly direction above mountains. |
Mines Near Montello
3 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Montello.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Fraction Load Mine | Gold Ore - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Green Beetle Quartzite Tract | Dimension Stone NEC - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Long Canyon | Gold Ore - Surface (Active) |
Historic Markers Near Montello
1 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Montello.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Unknown Soldiers | Marker is on Nevada Route 233 near 4th Street, on the right when traveling west. |
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What is the population of Montello?
Montello has a population of 82 residents and is located in Nevada. The population density is 200 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 67.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 65.9% female and 34.1% male.
Is Montello expensive to live in?
Montello has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100).
What is the weather like in Montello?
Montello has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 8.8 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 23.
How are the schools in Montello?
Schools in Montello have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 0.0% of adults in Montello hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Montello?
The obesity rate in Montello is 40.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.5% of adults are smokers. 30.1% are physically inactive. 25.9% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 78.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,838.
What are the demographics of Montello?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Montello is 67.1% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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