Polebridge, MT

Montana

Polebridge is a small town in Montana with a population of 49.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
49 Population 408/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $15,722 per capita
N/A Home Value $564,628 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age74.6 yrs
Density408/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$15,722
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,210M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$564,628

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI26 (Good)
Elevation3,528 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute17 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries5

Is Polebridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Polebridge receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Polebridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% 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

Polebridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Polebridge has a population of 49 with a density of 408 people per square mile. The median age is 74.6 years, 92% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

49
Total Population
408
People / sq mi
74.6yrs
Median Age
92% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Polebridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Polebridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Polebridge is N/A. 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 17 minutes.

Income: Polebridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,722
Avg Weekly Wage$1,122
IRS Avg AGI$92,813

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $564,628.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$564,628

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-Occupied73.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,948/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Polebridge has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,528 ft (1,075 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density408/sq mi
Coordinates48.7615°N, 114.2816°W
County FIPS30029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 23.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density408/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities459
Restaurants450
Retail Stores491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

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