Home Value
$96,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Mountain Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population101
Median Age69.5 yrs
Density842/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans92.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,635
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$813M
Housing
Home Value$96,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp38°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Elevation1,068 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+82.4%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
CommuteN/A
Broadband18.0%
Libraries3
Is Mountain a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mountain receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mountain has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mountain is $96,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Mountain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches, including 39.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Mountain has a population of 101 with a density of 842 people per square mile. The median age is 69.5 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
69.5yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Mountain is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $34,635 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,124 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,726 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 411 |
| County GDP | $813M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.13% |
The median home value in Mountain is $96,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $96,000 |
| 66% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.13% |
In Mountain, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 25.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,577/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Mountain vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Mountain has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
4°F Jan (-15°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 38.2°F |
| 29% below US avg |
| January Average | 4°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.0 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,068 ft (326 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 842/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.6843°N, 97.8648°W |
| County FIPS | 38067 |