Median Income
$67,292
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.2%
66% lower than US avg
How Montrose Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population291
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
B+
Median Income$67,292
Per Capita$30,511
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$367M
Commute39 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation383 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+93.9%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute39 min
Libraries1
Is Montrose a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Montrose receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Montrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Montrose is $67,292, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Education
18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Montrose enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Montrose has a population of 291 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.5%), with 25.4% Black.
Population
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Montrose is $67,292, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,292 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,511 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $875 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,334 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 220 |
| County GDP | $367M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,861 |
| 18% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 38.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,861 |
| 18% below US avg |
In Montrose, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Montrose vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,846/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: Montrose vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Montrose has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.8 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 383 ft (117 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 181/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5592°N, 83.1532°W |
| County FIPS | 13023 |