Seeley Lake, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Seeley Lake is a small town in Montana with a population of 1,335. Residents earn $46,031 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,335 Population 109/sq mi density
$46,031 Median Income $39,925 per capita
$270,400 Home Value $526,561 Zillow
$1,028 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,031 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$270,400 home value, $1,028/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,031
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $270,400
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,028
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,335
Median Age62.6 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,031
Per Capita$39,925
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,086M
Commute25 min

Housing

B
Home Value$270,400
Rent$1,028
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$526,561

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Elevation4,187 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Seeley Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seeley Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Seeley Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seeley Lake is $46,031, 39% below the national average of $75,149. 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 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seeley Lake is $270,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Seeley Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches, including 118.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Seeley Lake has a population of 1,335 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 62.6 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%).

Population

1,335
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
62.6yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
12.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Seeley Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seeley Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seeley Lake is $46,031, which is 39% below 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 25 minutes.

Income: Seeley Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,031
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,925
Avg Weekly Wage$1,146
IRS Avg AGI$86,205

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,882
County GDP$9,086M

Business (County)

Restaurants372
Healthcare615
Retail550
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,314
80% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home31.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Seeley Lake is $270,400, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $526,561.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$270,400
4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$526,561
Median List Price$575,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$575,000
$/Sq Ft$462
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% 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-Occupied89.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,314
80% above US avg
Effective Rate2.34%
In Seeley Lake, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Seeley Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death6,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access90.9%
Healthcare Facilities615

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Seeley Lake has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.6 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall118.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,187 ft (1,276 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (31.8 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates47.1705°N, 113.4586°W
County FIPS30063
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.5%
D 59%

Winner: Democrat by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density109/sq mi
Total Area12.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities615
Restaurants372
Retail Stores550

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home31.5%

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