Noxon, MT

Montana

Noxon is a small town in Montana with a population of 193. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
193 Population 156/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $33,337 per capita
$172,700 Home Value $427,632 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,700 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,700
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.7%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population193
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$33,337
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty27.7%
County GDP$552M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,632

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Elevation2,339 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+96.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 21%
Commute16 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries3

Is Noxon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Noxon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Noxon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Noxon is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 27.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Noxon is $172,700, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Noxon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches, including 51.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Noxon has a population of 193 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

193
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Noxon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Noxon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Noxon is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Noxon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,337
Avg Weekly Wage$883
IRS Avg AGI$63,450

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.7%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)574
County GDP$552M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare43
Retail53
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,463
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Noxon is $172,700, 39% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,632.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,700
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$427,632

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,463
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Noxon, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.4%
Checkup Rate66.8%
Premature Death12,207/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Noxon has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall51.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,339 ft (713 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates47.9850°N, 115.7709°W
County FIPS30089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.1-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 21.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+96.9%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants49
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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