Square Butte, MT

Montana

Square Butte is a small town in Montana with a population of 24.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
24 Population 86/sq mi density
47°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24
Median Age68.4 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,596
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$292M
Commute52 min

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation3,139 ft (957 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 32%
Commute52 min
Broadband6.0%
Libraries4

Is Square Butte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Square Butte receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Square Butte stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% 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.

Climate & Weather

Square Butte experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Square Butte has a population of 24 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 68.4 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

24
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
68.4yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.2%
Female 70.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Square Butte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Square Butte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Square Butte is N/A. 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 52 minutes.

Income: Square Butte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,596
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$59,301

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)229
County GDP$292M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare12
Retail26
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,671
24% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.0 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

Square Butte has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,139 ft (957 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates47.5142°N, 110.1991°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS30015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants19
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.0 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

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