Santa Rita, MT

Montana

Santa Rita is a small town in Montana with a population of 33.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
33 Population 10/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $37,773 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population33
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans33.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,773
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$650M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Elevation3,799 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute35 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries3

Is Santa Rita a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

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

0.0% 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 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Santa Rita has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Santa Rita has a population of 33 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.5%), with 21.2% Hispanic.

Population

33
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.6%
Female 39.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Rita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Santa Rita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Rita is N/A. 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: Santa Rita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,773
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$46,202

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$650M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare19
Retail41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied45.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
In Santa Rita, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Santa Rita vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma13.3%
COPD9.6%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate63.5%
Checkup Rate65.9%
Premature Death21,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access32.5%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Santa Rita has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.8 inches
72% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,799 ft (1,158 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates48.6985°N, 112.3188°W
County FIPS30035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.6-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.2%
D 57.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants46
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

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