Rexford, MT

Montana

Rexford is a small town in Montana with a population of 131. Residents earn $48,875 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
131 Population 1,456/sq mi density
$48,875 Median Income $28,698 per capita
$135,700 Home Value $480,649 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$48,875 median income, 15.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,700 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,875
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density1,456/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,875
Per Capita$28,698
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$880M

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$480,649

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Elevation2,544 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Broadband71.0%
Libraries3

Is Rexford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rexford receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Rexford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rexford is $48,875, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rexford is $135,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rexford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches, including 35.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Rexford has a population of 131 with a density of 1,456 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

131
Total Population
1,456
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Rexford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rexford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rexford is $48,875, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Rexford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,875
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,698
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$61,336

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.9%
342% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$880M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare63
Retail89
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rexford is $135,700, 52% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $480,649.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,700
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$480,649

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-Occupied73.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Rexford, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate62.4%
Premature Death9,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities63

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Rexford has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall35.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,544 ft (775 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,456/sq mi
Coordinates48.8998°N, 115.1714°W
County FIPS30053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.4-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.68
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,456/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants70
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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