Walkerville, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Walkerville is a small town in Montana with a population of 660. Residents earn $44,226 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
660 Population 296/sq mi density
$44,226 Median Income $35,799 per capita
$147,200 Home Value $158,936 Zillow
$1,065 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$44,226 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$147,200 home value, $1,065/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,226
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $147,200
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,065
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population660
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density296/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,226
Per Capita$35,799
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$393M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,200
Rent$1,065
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,936

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation6,291 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute18 min
Libraries4

Is Walkerville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walkerville is $44,226, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walkerville is $147,200, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,065 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Walkerville 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 14.9 inches, including 75.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Walkerville has a population of 660 with a density of 296 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

660
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Walkerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Walkerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walkerville is $44,226, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Walkerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,226
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,799
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$93,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)495
County GDP$393M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare27
Retail25
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,091
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Walkerville is $147,200, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,065 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,936.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,200
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,936

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,065
8% 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-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,091
17% above US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Walkerville, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death7,802/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access51.2%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Walkerville 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 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall75.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,291 ft (1,917 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates46.0366°N, 112.5395°W
County FIPS30043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.9%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.8%
20% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.68
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density296/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants34
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home3.5%

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