Toston, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Toston is a small town in Montana with a population of 324. Residents earn $60,264 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
324 Population 125/sq mi density
$60,264 Median Income $17,805 per capita
$352,700 Home Value $427,934 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,264 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$352,700 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,264
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $352,700
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population324
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,264
Per Capita$17,805
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$307M

Housing

B
Home Value$352,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,934

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation3,923 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+77.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 18%
CommuteN/A
Broadband88.0%
Libraries1

Is Toston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Toston receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Toston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toston is $60,264, 20% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Toston is $352,700, 25% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Toston 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.

Toston has a population of 324 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

324
Total Population
125
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Toston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Toston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toston is $60,264, which is 20% 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.

Income: Toston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,264
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,805
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$80,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home30.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Toston is $352,700, 25% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,934.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$352,700
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$427,934

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)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Toston, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.9%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.4%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death6,145/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Toston 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

Elevation3,923 ft (1,196 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates46.1608°N, 111.4479°W
County FIPS30007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+77.0%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density125/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants19
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home30.0%

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