Rimrock Colony, MT

Montana

Rimrock Colony is a small town in Montana with a population of 157.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
157 Population 506/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $13,969 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 60.0%
384% higher than US avg

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

People

Population157
Median Age28.2 yrs
Density506/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,969
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty60.0%
County GDP$650M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Elevation3,984 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+19.5%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute30 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries3

Is Rimrock Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rimrock Colony receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Rimrock Colony faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 60.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rimrock Colony has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Rimrock Colony has a population of 157 with a density of 506 people per square mile. The median age is 28.2 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 16.6% Hispanic.

Population

157
Total Population
506
People / sq mi
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.2%
Female 24.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rimrock Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.5%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.5%
247% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rimrock Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rimrock Colony is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 60.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Rimrock Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,969
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$46,202

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate60.0%
384% above US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$650M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare19
Retail41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
In Rimrock Colony, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rimrock Colony vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.5%
Premature Death21,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access32.5%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Rimrock Colony has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.8 inches
72% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,984 ft (1,214 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density506/sq mi
Coordinates48.8954°N, 112.0952°W
County FIPS30035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.6-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.2%
D 57.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+19.5%
School Test Score5.68
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density506/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants46
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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