Montana
Troy is a small town in Montana with a population of 906. Residents earn $36,641 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Troy receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Troy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Troy is $36,641, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Troy is $182,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $573 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 417 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,545 per 100,000, 81% above the national average.
10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Troy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,641 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,401 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,336 |
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.3% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 960 |
| County GDP | $880M |
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Healthcare | 63 |
| Retail | 89 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,052 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.68% |
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |
| Census Median | $182,100 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $401,940 |
| Census Median Rent | $573 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,052 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.68% |
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,743/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 63 |
| Total Violent | 417.1/100K |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 417.1/100K |
| Total Property | 3,545.4/100K |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 938.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,502.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 104.3/100K |
| Arson | 104.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 24.4 inches |
| 36% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,904 ft (580 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,066/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4601°N, 115.8908°W |
| County FIPS | 30053 |
Winner: Republican by 53.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.6% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,066/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 63 |
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Retail Stores | 89 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |