Winston, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Winston is a small town in Montana with a population of 93. Residents earn $58,058 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
93 Population 18/sq mi density
$58,058 Median Income $46,719 per capita
$322,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,058 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$322,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,058
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $322,300
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population93
Median Age74.2 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female82% / 18%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,058
Per Capita$46,719
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$307M

Housing

B+
Home Value$322,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation4,456 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 18%
CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Libraries1

Is Winston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winston receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Winston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winston is $58,058, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winston is $322,300, 14% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Winston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Winston has a population of 93 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 74.2 years, 91% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

93
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
74.2yrs
Median Age
91% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 81.7%
Female 18.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Winston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winston is $58,058, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Winston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,058
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,719
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$80,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)263
County GDP$307M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare9
Retail23
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.96%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Winston is $322,300, 14% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$322,300
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Rate0.96%
In Winston, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death6,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Winston has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,456 ft (1,358 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates46.4684°N, 111.6652°W
County FIPS30007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants19
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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