Ulm, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Ulm is a small town in Montana with a population of 868. Residents earn $103,750 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
868 Population 43/sq mi density
$103,750 Median Income $43,531 per capita
$331,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,750 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$331,100 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,750
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $331,100
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.9%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population868
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,750
Per Capita$43,531
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$331,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.3 in/yr
Elevation3,336 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.9%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute28 min
Broadband85.6%
Libraries4

Is Ulm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ulm receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ulm stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ulm is $103,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Ulm among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ulm is $331,100, 17% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ulm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Ulm has a population of 868 with a density of 43 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

868
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
20.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ulm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ulm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ulm is $103,750, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ulm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,750
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,531
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$67,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,200
County GDP$5,712M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare326
Retail335
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit12.5%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ulm is $331,100, 17% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$331,100
17% 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-Occupied98.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Ulm, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma12.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities326

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Ulm has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.3 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,336 ft (1,017 m)
Area20.3 sq mi (52.5 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates47.4214°N, 111.5233°W
County FIPS30013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 34.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.3-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.9%
4% above US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area20.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants251
Retail Stores335

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit12.5%
Work from Home6.1%

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