Starr School, MT

Montana

Starr School is a small town in Montana with a population of 227.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
227 Population 54/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $19,713 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.1%
256% higher than US avg

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

People

Population227
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,713
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty44.1%
County GDP$650M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI26 (Good)
Elevation4,709 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
CommuteN/A
Broadband59.0%
Libraries3

Is Starr School a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Starr School receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Starr School has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 44.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

19.7% 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

Starr School has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Starr School has a population of 227 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

227
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Starr School vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Starr School vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Starr School is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 44.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Starr School vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$19,713
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$46,202

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate44.1%
256% 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

Work from Home32.7%

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
In Starr School, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Starr School vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma15.0%
COPD8.2%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress22.7%
Physical Distress19.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.2%
Checkup Rate68.3%
Premature Death21,840/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Starr School has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,709 ft (1,435 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates48.6048°N, 113.1422°W
County FIPS30035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.6-point margin. 59.0% 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+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants46
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home32.7%

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