Sweet Grass, MT

Montana

Sweet Grass is a small town in Montana with a population of 64. Residents earn $79,886 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
64 Population 133/sq mi density
$79,886 Median Income $35,392 per capita
$195,800 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 200 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,886 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$195,800 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,886
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $195,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population64
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density133/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,886
Per Capita$35,392
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$489M
Commute6 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units66

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking20.0%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Sunny Days200/yr
Elevation3,552 ft (1,083 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.32

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute6 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries2

Is Sweet Grass a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sweet Grass receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sweet Grass offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sweet Grass is $79,886, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sweet Grass is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sweet Grass has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Sweet Grass has a population of 64 with a density of 133 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.1%).

Population

64
Total Population
133
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sweet Grass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sweet Grass vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sweet Grass is $79,886, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. 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 6 minutes.

Income: Sweet Grass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,886
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,392
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$52,969

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)239
County GDP$489M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare12
Retail17
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.6 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sweet Grass is $195,800, 31% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,800
31% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$881
1 Bedroom$918
2 Bedrooms$1,176
3 Bedrooms$1,551
4 Bedrooms$1,638

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units66
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Sweet Grass, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 20.0% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sweet Grass vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD9.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.0%
43% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep29.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate61.8%
Dental Visits48.7%
Premature Death10,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access66.0%
Healthcare Facilities12
Sweet Grass has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,552 ft (1,083 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density133/sq mi
Coordinates48.9928°N, 111.9668°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS30101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.5-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 56.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+90.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.32
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density133/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants20
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.6 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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