Montana
Saco is a small town in Montana with a population of 154. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Saco receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Saco offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Saco is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Saco is $64,400, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Saco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches. 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 | $51,250 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,349 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $797 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,342 |
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.4% |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 186 |
| County GDP | $164M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,800 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.35% |
| Commute Time | 35.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.9% |
| Census Median | $64,400 |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $144,269 |
| Census Median Rent | $900 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 20.0% |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,800 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.35% |
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.3% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,668/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 13.4 inches |
| 65% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,182 ft (665 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 513/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4571°N, 107.3413°W |
| County FIPS | 30071 |
Winner: Republican by 62.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.3% |
| 43% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 513/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 79.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 20 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 35.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.9% |