Rudyard, MT

Montana

Rudyard is a small town in Montana with a population of 363. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
363 Population 395/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $28,884 per capita
$93,800 Home Value $186,001 Zillow
$625 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,800 home value, $625/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $93,800
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.6%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population363
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density395/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$28,884
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$925M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,800
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,001

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Elevation3,112 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.6%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Rudyard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rudyard receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Rudyard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rudyard is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rudyard is $93,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rudyard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches, including 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Rudyard has a population of 363 with a density of 395 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

363
Total Population
395
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rudyard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rudyard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rudyard is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Rudyard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,884
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$925M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare58
Retail68
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rudyard is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,001.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,001

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg

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-Occupied53.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Rudyard, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma12.3%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.6%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Rudyard has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.8 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall35.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,112 ft (949 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density395/sq mi
Coordinates48.5599°N, 110.5501°W
County FIPS30041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 35.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.6%
6% above US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density395/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants56
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home1.6%

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