Niarada, MT

Montana

Niarada is a small town in Montana with a population of 42.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
42 Population 1/sq mi density
45°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 50.0%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.4%
328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population42
Median Age24.8 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans26.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,143
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute22 min

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,929 ft (893 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries3

Is Niarada a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niarada receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Niarada stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Niarada has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Niarada has a population of 42 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (52.4%), with 47.6% White.

Population

42
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
49.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.7%
Female 64.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Niarada vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Niarada vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niarada is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Niarada vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,143
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,300
County GDP$1,355M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare98
Retail109
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Niarada has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,929 ft (893 m)
Area49.5 sq mi (128.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates47.8309°N, 114.5578°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 50.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area49.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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