Median Income
$41,732
44% lower than US avg
Home Value
$212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Montvale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population379
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
B+
Median Income$41,732
Per Capita$40,112
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,746M
Commute49 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$212,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,187
Rent Burden13.6%
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation976 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+54.8%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute49 min
Libraries6
Is Montvale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Montvale receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Montvale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Montvale is $41,732, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Montvale is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Montvale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Montvale has a population of 379 with a density of 157 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic.
Population
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Montvale is $41,732, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,732 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,112 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $930 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,825 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,307 |
| County GDP | $2,746M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 110 |
| Healthcare | 164 |
| Retail | 228 |
| Manufacturing | 79 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,708 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 49.0 min |
| Work from Home | 17.6% |
The median home value in Montvale is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,187.
Home Values
| Census Median | $212,500 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $252,187 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,708 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.27% |
In Montvale, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Montvale vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,449/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 164 |
Crime Rates: Montvale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Montvale has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.3 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 976 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 157/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3852°N, 79.7255°W |
| County FIPS | 51019 |