Wilsall, MT

Montana

Wilsall is a small town in Montana with a population of 221. Residents earn $65,588 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
221 Population 197/sq mi density
$65,588 Median Income $35,631 per capita
$214,500 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,588 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$214,500 home value, $1,100/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,588
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,500
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age67.4 yrs
Density197/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans13.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,588
Per Capita$35,631
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$899M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,500
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden25.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation5,057 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute39 min
Broadband77.6%
Libraries2

Is Wilsall a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilsall is $65,588, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilsall is $214,500, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilsall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Wilsall has a population of 221 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 67.4 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 8.6% Hispanic.

Population

221
Total Population
197
People / sq mi
67.4yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilsall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilsall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilsall is $65,588, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Wilsall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,588
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,631
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$79,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,300
County GDP$899M

Business (County)

Restaurants154
Healthcare60
Retail101
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilsall is $214,500, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,500
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

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-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Wilsall, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.5%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death8,307/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities60

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Wilsall has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 21°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

21°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,057 ft (1,541 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates45.9843°N, 110.6604°W
County FIPS30067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.7-point margin. 77.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 7.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density197/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants154
Retail Stores101

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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