Vaughn, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Vaughn is a small town in Montana with a population of 970. Residents earn $54,250 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
970 Population 271/sq mi density
$54,250 Median Income $29,331 per capita
$165,600 Home Value $372,243 Zillow
$865 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,250 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,600 home value, $865/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,250
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,600
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population970
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,250
Per Capita$29,331
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,600
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$372,243

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation3,347 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+98.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute23 min
Libraries4

Is Vaughn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vaughn receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Vaughn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vaughn is $54,250, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vaughn is $165,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Vaughn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Vaughn has a population of 970 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

970
Total Population
271
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Vaughn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vaughn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vaughn is $54,250, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Vaughn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,250
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,331
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$67,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% 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 Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Vaughn is $165,600, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $372,243.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,600
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$372,243

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% below US avg

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-Occupied85.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,066
16% above US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
In Vaughn, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma12.8%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Vaughn has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,347 ft (1,020 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density271/sq mi
Coordinates47.5523°N, 111.5609°W
County FIPS30013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+98.9%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density271/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants251
Retail Stores335

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home2.3%

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