Sylvanite, MT

Montana

Sylvanite is a small town in Montana with a population of 157. Residents earn $52,396 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
157 Population 27/sq mi density
$52,396 Median Income $30,499 per capita
$376,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$52,396 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$376,900 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,396
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $376,900
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population157
Median Age70.4 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans35.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,396
Per Capita$30,499
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$880M
Commute49 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$376,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation2,690 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute49 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries3

Is Sylvanite a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sylvanite receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Sylvanite offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sylvanite is $52,396, 30% below 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 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sylvanite is $376,900, 34% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

24.2% 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

Sylvanite has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Sylvanite has a population of 157 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 70.4 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 7% Hispanic.

Population

157
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
70.4yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.2%
Female 40.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sylvanite vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sylvanite vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sylvanite is $52,396, which is 30% below 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 49 minutes.

Income: Sylvanite vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,396
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,499
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$61,336

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$880M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare63
Retail89
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.2 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sylvanite is $376,900, 34% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$376,900
34% above US avg

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-Occupied80.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Rate0.81%
In Sylvanite, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate63.8%
Premature Death9,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities63

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Sylvanite has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,690 ft (820 m)
Area5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates48.7063°N, 115.8740°W
County FIPS30053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.4-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants70
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.2 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

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