Savage, MT

Montana

Savage is a small town in Montana with a population of 244. Residents earn $87,083 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
244 Population 339/sq mi density
$87,083 Median Income $51,117 per capita
$225,000 Home Value $260,814 Zillow
$667 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$87,083 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,000 home value, $667/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,083
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $667
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population244
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density339/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$87,083
Per Capita$51,117
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,188M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
Rent$667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,814

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Elevation1,981 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute30 min
Libraries1

Is Savage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Savage receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Savage stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Savage is $87,083, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Savage is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $667 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Savage experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches, including 29.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Savage has a population of 244 with a density of 339 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

244
Total Population
339
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Savage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Savage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Savage is $87,083, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Savage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,083
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,117
Avg Weekly Wage$1,214
IRS Avg AGI$79,990

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)648
County GDP$1,188M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare40
Retail52
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,013
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Savage is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $667 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,814.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,814

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$667
43% below US avg

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-Occupied53.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,013
14% below US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Savage, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Savage vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death8,321/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Savage has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall29.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,981 ft (604 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density339/sq mi
Coordinates47.4536°N, 104.3414°W
County FIPS30083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density339/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants43
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Work from Home0.7%

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