Moore, MT

Montana

Moore is a small town in Montana with a population of 204. Residents earn $45,972 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
204 Population 703/sq mi density
$45,972 Median Income $24,799 per capita
$180,200 Home Value $288,364 Zillow
$805 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$45,972 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $805/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,972
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,200
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $805
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density703/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,972
Per Capita$24,799
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$107M
Commute18 min

Housing

A
Home Value$180,200
Rent$805
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$288,364

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Elevation4,164 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 19%
Commute18 min
Libraries1

Is Moore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moore receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Moore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moore is $45,972, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moore is $180,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Moore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Moore has a population of 204 with a density of 703 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%).

Population

204
Total Population
703
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Moore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moore is $45,972, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Moore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,972
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,799
Avg Weekly Wage$813
IRS Avg AGI$49,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)104
County GDP$107M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare4
Retail8
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Moore is $180,200, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $805 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,364.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$288,364

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$805
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

In Moore, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death12,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access60.6%
Healthcare Facilities4

Crime Rates: Moore vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Moore has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall27.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,164 ft (1,269 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density703/sq mi
Coordinates46.9750°N, 109.6951°W
County FIPS30107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 58.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density703/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants11
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Work from Home3.7%

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