Sula, MT

Montana

Sula is a small town in Montana with a population of 32.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
32 Population 10/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value $399,244 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population32
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,926M
Commute75 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$399,244

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Elevation4,483 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute75 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries3

Is Sula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sula receives an overall livability score of 5.0 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 long commute times. Sula 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 75 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Sula is a highly educated community — 100.0% 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

Sula has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Sula has a population of 32 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

32
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.6%
Female 34.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sula 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 75 minutes.

Income: Sula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$80,548

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,394
County GDP$1,926M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare155
Retail167
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,266
22% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time75.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,244.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$399,244

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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,266
22% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,195/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities155

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Sula has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.2 inches
57% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,483 ft (1,366 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates45.8462°N, 113.9575°W
County FIPS30081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants96
Retail Stores167

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute75.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

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