Montana
Westby is a small town in Montana with a population of 253. Residents earn $24,583 per year, which is 67% below the national average.
Based on current data, Westby receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Westby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Westby is $24,583, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 10.3% 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.
The median home value in Westby is $61,900, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Westby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $24,583 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,129 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $935 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,549 |
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 224 |
| County GDP | $241M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,383 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.47% |
| Commute Time | 17.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $61,900 |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $176,221 |
| Census Median Rent | $575 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 11.3% |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,383 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.47% |
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 23.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.5% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,226/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 39.1°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 14.9 inches |
| 61% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,083 ft (635 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 452/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.8705°N, 104.0571°W |
| County FIPS | 30091 |
Winner: Republican by 42.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.1% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 452/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 90.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 19 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 17.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |