St. Mary, MT

Montana

St. Mary is a small town in Montana with a population of 209.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
209 Population 279/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $31,700 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.3%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 52.6%
324% higher than US avg

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

People

Population209
Median Age22.0 yrs
Density279/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,700
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty52.6%
County GDP$650M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Elevation4,634 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute12 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries3

Is St. Mary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Mary receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. St. Mary offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 52.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.3% 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

St. Mary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

St. Mary has a population of 209 with a density of 279 people per square mile. The median age is 22.0 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 8.1% Hispanic.

Population

209
Total Population
279
People / sq mi
22.0yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Mary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.8%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.2%
88% above US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Mary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Mary is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 52.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: St. Mary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,700
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$46,202

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate52.6%
324% above US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$650M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare19
Retail41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.8 min
Drive Alone51.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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-Occupied68.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg

Health Metrics: St. Mary vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%
Premature Death21,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access32.5%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

St. Mary has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,634 ft (1,412 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density279/sq mi
Coordinates48.7429°N, 113.4275°W
County FIPS30035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 34.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.6-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.2%
D 57.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.3%
2% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density279/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants46
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.8 min
Drive Alone51.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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