Pinnacle, MT

Montana

Pinnacle is a small town in Montana with a population of 43. Residents earn $56,154 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
43 Population 75/sq mi density
$56,154 Median Income $26,777 per capita
$433,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$56,154 median income, 4.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$433,300 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,154
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $433,300
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.6%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population43
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans43.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,154
Per Capita$26,777
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$7,210M
Commute29 min

Housing

C
Home Value$433,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain34.6 in/yr
Elevation3,683 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries5

Is Pinnacle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinnacle receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Pinnacle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinnacle is $56,154, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pinnacle is $433,300, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pinnacle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Pinnacle has a population of 43 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

43
Total Population
75
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinnacle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pinnacle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinnacle is $56,154, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Pinnacle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,154
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,777
Avg Weekly Wage$1,122
IRS Avg AGI$92,813

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,994
County GDP$7,210M

Business (County)

Restaurants450
Healthcare459
Retail491
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pinnacle is $433,300, 54% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$433,300
54% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg
Effective Rate1.24%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Premature Death7,948/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities459

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Pinnacle has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.6 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,683 ft (1,123 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates48.3579°N, 113.6490°W
County FIPS30029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.6%
3% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities459
Restaurants450
Retail Stores491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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