Pine Creek, MT

Montana

Pine Creek is a small town in Montana with a population of 182. Residents earn $80,208 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
182 Population 225/sq mi density
$80,208 Median Income $32,914 per capita
$788,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$80,208 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$788,500 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,208
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $788,500
180% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.0%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,208
Per Capita$32,914
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.4%
County GDP$899M
Commute56 min

Housing

F
Home Value$788,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation4,790 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute56 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries2

Is Pine Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Pine Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Creek is $80,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Creek is $788,500, making it a premium housing market at 180% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Pine Creek has a population of 182 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%).

Population

182
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Creek is $80,208, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.

Income: Pine Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,208
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,914
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$79,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,300
County GDP$899M

Business (County)

Restaurants154
Healthcare60
Retail101
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time55.6 min
Work from Home31.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Creek is $788,500, 180% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$788,500
180% above US avg

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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate0.59%
In Pine Creek, 22.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.0% report depression. 13.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pine Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.0%
31% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure22.9%
Asthma7.0%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity13.9%
Depression15.0%
Mental Distress10.9%
Physical Distress9.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.5%
Checkup Rate49.5%
Premature Death8,307/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities60

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pine Creek has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,790 ft (1,460 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates45.5078°N, 110.5724°W
County FIPS30067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.7-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 7.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.3%
19% below US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants154
Retail Stores101

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute55.6 min
Work from Home31.5%

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