Sun River, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Sun River is a small town in Montana with a population of 62. Residents earn $42,237 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
62 Population 33/sq mi density
$42,237 Median Income $25,860 per capita
$167,100 Home Value $430,933 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$42,237 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$167,100 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,237
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,100
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population62
Median Age71.2 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,237
Per Capita$25,860
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute7 min

Housing

A
Home Value$167,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$430,933

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation3,416 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute7 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries4

Is Sun River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sun River receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Sun River stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sun River is $42,237, 44% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sun River is $167,100, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

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

Sun River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Sun River has a population of 62 with a density of 33 people per square mile. The median age is 71.2 years, 83% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

62
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
71.2yrs
Median Age
83% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sun River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sun River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sun River is $42,237, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Sun River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,237
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,860
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$67,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,200
County GDP$5,712M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare326
Retail335
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sun River is $167,100, 41% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $430,933.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,100
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$430,933

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)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Sun River, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sun River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate61.3%
Premature Death9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities326

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Sun River has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,416 ft (1,041 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates47.5305°N, 111.7240°W
County FIPS30013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 22.3-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.3 points

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density33/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants251
Retail Stores335

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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