Old Agency, MT

Montana

Old Agency is a small town in Montana with a population of 114. Residents earn $33,750 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
114 Population 200/sq mi density
$33,750 Median Income $6,112 per capita
N/A Home Value
$275 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$33,750 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$275/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,750
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $275
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.9%
246% higher than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$33,750
Per Capita$6,112
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty42.9%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$275
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Elevation2,519 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+81.3%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries3

Is Old Agency a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Agency receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Old Agency has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Agency is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 42.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $275 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Agency experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Old Agency has a population of 114 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (94.7%), with 5.3% White.

Population

114
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Agency vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.6%
21% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Agency vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Agency is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 42.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Old Agency vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,750
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$6,112
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$71,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate42.9%
246% above 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 Time26.7 min
Work from Home25.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $275 (76% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$275
76% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

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-Occupied36.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,744
36% above US avg
In Old Agency, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Old Agency vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma14.6%
COPD10.2%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress23.9%
Physical Distress20.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.8%
Checkup Rate65.9%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Old Agency has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.7 inches
56% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,519 ft (768 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates47.3252°N, 114.2975°W
County FIPS30047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 19.0% 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+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+81.3%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants92
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home25.0%

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