Whitewater, MT

Montana

Whitewater is a small town in Montana with a population of 100. Residents earn $35,417 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
100 Population 94/sq mi density
$35,417 Median Income $19,206 per capita
$79,000 Home Value
$267 Median Rent 10.9% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$35,417 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,000 home value, $267/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,417
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.8%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $267
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population100
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,417
Per Capita$19,206
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$164M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,000
Rent$267
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden10.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation2,372 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.8%
High School+87.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute12 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries3

Is Whitewater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitewater receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Whitewater stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitewater is $35,417, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitewater is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $267 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitewater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches, including 22.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Whitewater has a population of 100 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

100
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitewater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whitewater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitewater is $35,417, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Whitewater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,417
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,206
Avg Weekly Wage$797
IRS Avg AGI$52,342

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)186
County GDP$164M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail20
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitewater is $79,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $267 (77% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$267
77% below US avg
Rent Burden10.9%

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-Occupied27.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate3.54%
In Whitewater, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Checkup Rate65.6%
Premature Death10,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access60.8%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Whitewater has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall22.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,372 ft (723 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates48.7635°N, 107.6302°W
County FIPS30071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 34.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.5-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 62.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.8%
3% above US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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