Pinesdale, MT

Montana

Pinesdale is a small town in Montana with a population of 847. Residents earn $70,694 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
847 Population 652/sq mi density
$70,694 Median Income $19,987 per capita
$198,100 Home Value
$1,292 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,694 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,100 home value, $1,292/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,694
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $198,100
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,292
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population847
Median Age22.4 yrs
Density652/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,694
Per Capita$19,987
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$1,926M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,100
Rent$1,292
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation3,953 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Libraries3

Is Pinesdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinesdale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Pinesdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinesdale is $70,694, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pinesdale is $198,100, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,292 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pinesdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Pinesdale has a population of 847 with a density of 652 people per square mile. The median age is 22.4 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

847
Total Population
652
People / sq mi
22.4yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinesdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pinesdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinesdale is $70,694, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Pinesdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,694
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,987
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$80,548

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,394
County GDP$1,926M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare155
Retail167
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,266
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home21.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Pinesdale is $198,100, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,292 (11% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,100
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,292
11% above US avg

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-Occupied67.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,266
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Pinesdale, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.5%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death6,195/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities155

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Pinesdale has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.4 inches
70% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,953 ft (1,205 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density652/sq mi
Coordinates46.3342°N, 114.2230°W
County FIPS30081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density652/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants96
Retail Stores167

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home21.8%

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