Wibaux, MT

Montana

Wibaux is a small town in Montana with a population of 686. Residents earn $64,115 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
686 Population 641/sq mi density
$64,115 Median Income $35,664 per capita
$89,400 Home Value $193,365 Zillow
$931 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$64,115 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,400 home value, $931/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,115
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,400
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $931
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population686
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density641/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,115
Per Capita$35,664
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$59M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,400
Rent$931
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,365

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Elevation2,648 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+97.2%
School Score6.41

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Wibaux a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wibaux receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Wibaux stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wibaux is $64,115, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wibaux is $89,400, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wibaux has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Wibaux has a population of 686 with a density of 641 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

686
Total Population
641
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wibaux vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wibaux vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wibaux is $64,115, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Wibaux vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,115
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,664
Avg Weekly Wage$776
IRS Avg AGI$55,307

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)44
County GDP$59M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Retail3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wibaux is $89,400, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $931 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,365.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,400
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,365

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$931
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,160
1 Bedroom$1,208
2 Bedrooms$1,548
3 Bedrooms$2,139
4 Bedrooms$2,503

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%

Property Tax

In Wibaux, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate68.1%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.1/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Wibaux has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,648 ft (807 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density641/sq mi
Coordinates46.9866°N, 104.1900°W
County FIPS30109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.8%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 71.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score6.41
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density641/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Restaurants6
Retail Stores3

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home15.2%

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