Montana
Sapphire Ridge is a small town in Montana with a population of 17. Residents earn $17,500 per year, which is 77% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sapphire Ridge receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sapphire Ridge faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
The median household income in Sapphire Ridge is $17,500, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 47.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Sapphire Ridge is $191,700, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
17.6% 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.
Sapphire Ridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
| English Only | 90.0% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.0% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $17,500 |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,582 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $823 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,315 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 47.1% |
| 280% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 138 |
| County GDP | $90M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 5 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,333 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.22% |
| Commute Time | 4.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $191,700 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,333 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.22% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,513/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Annual Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 16.8 inches |
| 56% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,892 ft (1,491 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8866°N, 110.2522°W |
| County FIPS | 30059 |
Winner: Republican by 53.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.6% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 16.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 4.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |