Nye, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Nye is a small town in Montana with a population of 56. Residents earn $108,958 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
56 Population 160/sq mi density
$108,958 Median Income $45,245 per capita
$625,000 Home Value $498,944 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,958 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$625,000 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,958
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $625,000
122% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.6%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population56
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,958
Per Capita$45,245
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$725M
Commute8 min

Housing

B
Home Value$625,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$498,944

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation4,841 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute8 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries1

Is Nye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nye receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Nye stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nye is $108,958, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Nye among higher-income communities. 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 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nye is $625,000, making it a premium housing market at 122% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nye has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 69.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Nye has a population of 56 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

56
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nye is $108,958, which is 45% above 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 8 minutes.

Income: Nye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,958
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,245
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$84,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$725M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare17
Retail29
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.0 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Nye is $625,000, 122% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $498,944.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$625,000
122% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$498,944

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-Occupied87.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Rate0.52%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Premature Death8,534/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access37.2%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Nye has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall69.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,841 ft (1,476 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates45.4340°N, 109.8069°W
County FIPS30095
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 38.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.7-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 17.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.6%
15% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants28
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.0 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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