Virginia City, MT

Montana

Virginia City is a small town in Montana with a population of 148.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
148 Population 156/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $29,845 per capita
$288,600 Home Value
$875 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $288,600
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,845
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$651M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$288,600
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation5,914 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+77.6%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband56.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Virginia City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Virginia City receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Virginia City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Virginia City is $288,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Virginia City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 64.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Virginia City has a population of 148 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

148
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Virginia City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Virginia City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Virginia City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Virginia City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,845
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$100,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)619
County GDP$651M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare21
Retail43
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,191
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Virginia City is $288,600, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$288,600
2% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% 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-Occupied84.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,191
20% above US avg
Effective Rate1.45%
In Virginia City, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Virginia City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate67.9%
Premature Death5,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access29.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Virginia City has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall64.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,914 ft (1,803 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates45.2962°N, 111.9369°W
County FIPS30057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants68
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home12.2%

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