Shawmut, MT

Montana

Shawmut is a small town in Montana with a population of 37. Residents earn $50,682 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
37 Population 17/sq mi density
$50,682 Median Income $16,241 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,682 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,682
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.9%
72% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population37
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans27.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,682
Per Capita$16,241
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$33M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Elevation3,860 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
CommuteN/A
Broadband16.0%

Is Shawmut a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shawmut receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Shawmut stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shawmut is $50,682, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

Shawmut is a highly educated community — 57.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Shawmut has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches, including 19.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Shawmut has a population of 37 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

37
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Shawmut vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Shawmut vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shawmut is $50,682, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Shawmut vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,682
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,241
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$44,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)51
County GDP$33M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

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-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,220/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access2.8%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Shawmut has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.2 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall19.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,860 ft (1,177 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates46.3447°N, 109.5122°W
County FIPS30037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 57.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.4-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.9%
72% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

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