Montana
Wise River is a small town in Montana with a population of 24. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wise River receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Wise River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Wise River is $54,375, 28% 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%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Wise River is $421,400, 49% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
26.3% 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.
Wise River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $54,375 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,125 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,061 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,911 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,484 |
| County GDP | $2,216M |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Healthcare | 193 |
| Retail | 148 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,998 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.95% |
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 50.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |
| Census Median | $421,400 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $607,823 |
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,998 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.95% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,493/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 193 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 37.7°F |
| 30% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.9 inches |
| 66% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 5,654 ft (1,723 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7944°N, 112.9438°W |
| County FIPS | 30093 |
Winner: Democrat by 7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.3% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 13.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 193 |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Retail Stores | 148 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 29.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 50.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |