Sand Coulee, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Sand Coulee is a small town in Montana with a population of 146.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
146 Population 54/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $39,206 per capita
$253,100 Home Value $284,298 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $253,100
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.8%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population146
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,206
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$253,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,298

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Elevation3,690 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.8%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute20 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries4

Is Sand Coulee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sand Coulee receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sand Coulee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sand Coulee is $253,100, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sand Coulee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Sand Coulee has a population of 146 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 6.2% Hispanic.

Population

146
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sand Coulee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sand Coulee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sand Coulee is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Sand Coulee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,206
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$67,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,200
County GDP$5,712M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare326
Retail335
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sand Coulee is $253,100, 10% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,298.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,100
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,298

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-Occupied87.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Sand Coulee, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sand Coulee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma12.9%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities326

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Sand Coulee has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
59% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,690 ft (1,125 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates47.4024°N, 111.1726°W
County FIPS30013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.3-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.8%
12% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants251
Retail Stores335

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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