Home Value $251,900

11% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.7%

15% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.4%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.0%

76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population139

Median Age66.4 yrs

Density51/mi²

Male / Female64% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans9.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$35,352

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty3.0%

County GDP$656M

Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$251,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units93

Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity40.4%

Uninsured12.9%

Smoking20.2%

Depression21.1%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain58.5 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation448 ft (137 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.7%

High School+91.0%

Graduate+1.9%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%

Commute34 min

Broadband79.0%

Libraries2

Is Montrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montrose receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Montrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montrose is $251,900, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Montrose enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Montrose has a population of 139 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 66.4 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 8.6% Black.

Population

139

Total Population

People / sq mi

66.4yrs

Median Age

71% above US avg

2.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64%

Female 36%

Race & Ethnicity

Montrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.3%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.7%
	87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montrose is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Montrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$35,352
Avg Weekly Wage	$918
IRS Avg AGI	$50,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.0%
	76% below US avg
Establishments (County)	240
County GDP	$656M

Business (County)

Restaurants	15
Healthcare	13
Retail	43
Manufacturing	15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,574
	26% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.7 min
Drive Alone	91.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Montrose is $251,900, 11% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$251,900
	11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$751
1 Bedroom	$782
2 Bedrooms	$924
3 Bedrooms	$1,177
4 Bedrooms	$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	97.5%
Housing Units	93
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,574
	26% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.02%

In Montrose, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.2% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.4%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	12.3%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	39.5%
Asthma	9.3%
COPD	8.6%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.2%
	44% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	34.4%
Depression	21.1%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.0%
Uninsured	12.9%
	50% above US avg
Checkup Rate	77.2%
Dental Visits	8.5%
Premature Death	16,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.3/10
Exercise Access	29.6%
Healthcare Facilities	13

Montrose has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.5 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	64.1°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	58.5 inches
	54% above US avg
Snowfall	0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	448 ft (137 m)
Area	2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density	51/sq mi
Coordinates	32.1257°N, 89.2344°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28061

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.2%

D 47.2%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.7%
	15% below US avg
High School+	91.0%
Graduate Degree+	1.9%
School Test Score	4.42

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	51/sq mi
Total Area	2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	79.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	13
Restaurants	15
Retail Stores	43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.7 min
Drive Alone	91.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.7%

Montrose, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Montrose a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Montrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Montrose vs U.S. Average

Income: Montrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities