Pryor, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Pryor is a small town in Montana with a population of 639. Residents earn $50,547 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
639 Population 16/sq mi density
$50,547 Median Income $19,648 per capita
$116,400 Home Value
$830 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$50,547 median income, 12.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,400 home value, $830/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,547
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.7%
253% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.6%
147% higher than US avg

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

People

Population639
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 12%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,547
Per Capita$19,648
Unemployment12.7%
Poverty30.6%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,400
Rent$830
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.5 in/yr
Elevation4,176 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute33 min
Libraries4

Is Pryor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pryor receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pryor has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pryor is $50,547, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pryor is $116,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pryor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.5 inches, including 30.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Pryor has a population of 639 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (88.4%), with 11.6% White.

Population

639
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
39.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pryor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.9%
30% below US avg
Spanish45.1%
237% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pryor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pryor is $50,547, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Pryor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,547
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,648
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$82,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.7%
253% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.6%
147% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,794
County GDP$14,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants481
Healthcare612
Retail691
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pryor is $116,400, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,400
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below 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-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Pryor, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma14.3%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress18.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.9%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities612

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Pryor has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.5 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall30.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,176 ft (1,273 m)
Area39.8 sq mi (103.1 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates45.4114°N, 108.5300°W
County FIPS30111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+91.0%
School Test Score5.68
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area39.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants481
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Work from Home1.1%

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