Montana
West Glacier is a small town in Montana with a population of 209. Residents earn $87,344 per year, which is 16% above the national average.
Based on current data, West Glacier receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. West Glacier stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in West Glacier is $87,344, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in West Glacier is $565,500, making it a premium housing market at 101% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
West Glacier is a highly educated community — 60.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
West Glacier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches, including 115.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $87,344 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,898 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,122 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,813 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,994 |
| County GDP | $7,210M |
| Restaurants | 450 |
| Healthcare | 459 |
| Retail | 491 |
| Manufacturing | 194 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,362 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.95% |
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 25.9% |
| Census Median | $565,500 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,362 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.95% |
| Obesity | 33.8% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 25.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 66.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,948/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 459 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 30.9 inches |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 115.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,204 ft (977 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4944°N, 113.9919°W |
| County FIPS | 30029 |
Winner: Republican by 33.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 60.9% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 95.0% |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 459 |
| Restaurants | 450 |
| Retail Stores | 491 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
| Avg Commute | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 25.9% |