Sedan, MT

Montana

Sedan is a small town in Montana with a population of 124. Residents earn $105,714 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
124 Population 2/sq mi density
$105,714 Median Income $36,199 per capita
$384,600 Home Value
$1,042 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,714 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$384,600 home value, $1,042/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,714
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $384,600
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.1%
34% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.0%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population124
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,714
Per Capita$36,199
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$899M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$384,600
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation5,690 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute36 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries2

Is Sedan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sedan receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Sedan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sedan is $105,714, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Sedan among higher-income communities. 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 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sedan is $384,600, 36% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sedan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Sedan has a population of 124 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

124
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
61.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sedan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sedan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sedan is $105,714, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. 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 36 minutes.

Income: Sedan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,714
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,199
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$79,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,300
County GDP$899M

Business (County)

Restaurants154
Healthcare60
Retail101
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sedan is $384,600, 36% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$384,600
36% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% 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-Occupied44.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Sedan, 22.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 12.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.0%
31% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure22.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity12.0%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death8,307/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities60

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Sedan has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,690 ft (1,734 m)
Area61.0 sq mi (158.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates45.9633°N, 110.8793°W
County FIPS30067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 45.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.7-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 7.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.1%
34% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area61.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants154
Retail Stores101

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home4.1%

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