Rapelje, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Rapelje is a small town in Montana with a population of 96.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
96 Population 196/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $51,703 per capita
N/A Home Value
$444 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $444
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population96
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female63% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$51,703
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$725M
Commute39 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$444
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation4,064 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute39 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries1

Is Rapelje a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rapelje receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Rapelje offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $444 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rapelje has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches, including 54.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Rapelje has a population of 96 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%).

Population

96
Total Population
196
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.5%
Female 37.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rapelje vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rapelje vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rapelje is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Rapelje vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$51,703
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$84,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$725M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare17
Retail29
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Drive Alone42.4%
Public Transit21.2%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $444 (62% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$444
62% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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-Occupied65.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
In Rapelje, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate62.2%
Premature Death8,534/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access37.2%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Rapelje has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall54.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,064 ft (1,239 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density196/sq mi
Coordinates45.9720°N, 109.2580°W
County FIPS30095
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.7-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 17.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density196/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants28
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Drive Alone42.4%
Public Transit21.2%
Work from Home0.0%

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