The Silos, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

The Silos is a small town in Montana with a population of 474. Residents earn $54,245 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
474 Population 92/sq mi density
$54,245 Median Income $37,104 per capita
$390,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,245 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$390,000 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,245
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $390,000
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population474
Median Age71.9 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,245
Per Capita$37,104
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$307M
Commute29 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$390,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation3,888 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 18%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is The Silos a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in The Silos is $54,245, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in The Silos is $390,000, 38% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

25.5% 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

The Silos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

The Silos has a population of 474 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 71.9 years, 85% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 5.3% Black.

Population

474
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
71.9yrs
Median Age
85% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

The Silos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

The Silos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in The Silos is $54,245, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: The Silos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,245
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,104
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$80,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)263
County GDP$307M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare9
Retail23
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in The Silos is $390,000, 38% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$390,000
38% 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-Occupied90.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Rate0.79%
In The Silos, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: The Silos vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death6,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

The Silos has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,888 ft (1,185 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.3 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates46.3985°N, 111.5866°W
County FIPS30007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants19
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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