Thompson Falls, MT
Full City Profile · Montana · Sanders County County
Thompson Falls, MT
At a Glance
How Thompson Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thompson Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thompson Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thompson Falls residents earn a median household income of $53,203 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,548. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 574 business establishments, including 49 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thompson Falls is $182,200 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $445,033. Median rent is $575/month, with 23.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Thompson Falls reports 329 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 13% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 461/100K.
Education
19.8% of adults in Thompson Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thompson Falls has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.1 inches.