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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $86,250 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,884 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $946 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,947 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 601 |
| County GDP | $925M |
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 58 |
| Retail | 68 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,257 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.47% |
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
| Census Median | $93,800 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $186,001 |
| Census Median Rent | $625 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,257 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.47% |
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,044/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 58 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 10.8 inches |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 35.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,112 ft (949 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 395/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.5599°N, 110.5501°W |
| County FIPS | 30041 |
Winner: Republican by 18.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.6% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 395/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 58 |
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Retail Stores | 68 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |