Ovando, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Ovando is a small town in Montana with a population of 47. Residents earn $59,167 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
47 Population 5/sq mi density
$59,167 Median Income $47,647 per capita
$425,000 Home Value $534,049 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$425,000 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,167
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $425,000
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.3%
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.1%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population47
Median Age62.9 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans47.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,167
Per Capita$47,647
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,086M
Commute24 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$425,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$534,049

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation4,182 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.3%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute24 min
Broadband30.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Ovando a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ovando receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Ovando offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ovando is $59,167, 21% below the national average of $75,149. 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 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ovando is $425,000, making it a premium housing market at 51% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ovando has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Ovando has a population of 47 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 62.9 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%).

Population

47
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
62.9yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.1%
Female 31.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ovando vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ovando vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ovando is $59,167, which is 21% below 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 24 minutes.

Income: Ovando vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,167
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,647
Avg Weekly Wage$1,146
IRS Avg AGI$86,205

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,882
County GDP$9,086M

Business (County)

Restaurants372
Healthcare615
Retail550
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,314
80% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ovando is $425,000, 51% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $534,049.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$425,000
51% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$534,049

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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,314
80% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Ovando, 27.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.1%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure23.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate60.1%
Premature Death6,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access90.9%
Healthcare Facilities615

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Ovando has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average38.9°F
28% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,182 ft (1,275 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates47.0229°N, 113.1817°W
County FIPS30063
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 41.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.4-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.5%
D 59%

Winner: Democrat by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.3%
23% above US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score5.68
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities615
Restaurants372
Retail Stores550

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

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