Richey, MT

Montana

Richey is a small town in Montana with a population of 215. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
215 Population 827/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $31,772 per capita
$105,600 Home Value $139,333 Zillow
$455 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,600 home value, $455/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,600
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $455
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density827/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$31,772
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$151M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,600
Rent$455
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,333
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.2 in/yr
Elevation2,497 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries1

Is Richey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richey receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Richey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richey is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richey is $105,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $455 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Richey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Richey has a population of 215 with a density of 827 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

215
Total Population
827
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Richey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richey is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Richey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,772
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$51,885

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)78
County GDP$151M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Richey is $105,600, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $455 (61% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,333.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,600
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,333

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$455
61% 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-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

In Richey, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.4%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate66.6%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access8.5%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Richey has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.2 inches
63% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density827/sq mi
Coordinates47.6439°N, 105.0696°W
County FIPS30055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.1-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 11.9%

Winner: Republican by 74.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density827/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home9.8%

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