Rosebud, MT

Montana

Rosebud is a small town in Montana with a population of 53. Residents earn $43,899 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
53 Population 70/sq mi density
$43,899 Median Income $46,055 per capita
47°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$43,899 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,899
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female89% / 11%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,899
Per Capita$46,055
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,078M
Commute35 min

Health

Obesity31.3%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking14.2%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI4 (Good)
Rain16.0 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,605 ft (794 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.14

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute35 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries2

Is Rosebud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosebud receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Rosebud has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosebud is $43,899, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosebud experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.0 inches, including 34.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Rosebud has a population of 53 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

53
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 88.7%
Female 11.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosebud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rosebud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosebud is $43,899, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Rosebud vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,899
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,055
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$61,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)263
County GDP$1,078M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare15
Retail27
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,813
48% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Rosebud, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep27.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate60.5%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death24,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities15
Rosebud has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.0 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 4.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.0 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall34.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median4.0
RatingGood
Good Days %96.5%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation2,605 ft (794 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates46.2698°N, 106.4541°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS30087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.8%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.14
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants24
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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