Worden, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Worden is a small town in Montana with a population of 545.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
545 Population 275/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,233 per capita
N/A Home Value $386,565 Zillow
$979 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 40.8%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $979
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.7%
164% higher than US avg

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

People

Population545
Median Age29.2 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,233
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty32.7%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$979
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$386,565

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.4 in/yr
Elevation2,956 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.8%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute30 min
Libraries4

Is Worden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Worden receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Worden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 32.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $979 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Worden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.4 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Worden has a population of 545 with a density of 275 people per square mile. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

545
Total Population
275
People / sq mi
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Worden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Worden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Worden is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Worden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,233
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$82,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.7%
164% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,794
County GDP$14,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants481
Healthcare612
Retail691
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $979 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $386,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$386,565

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$979
16% below US avg

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-Occupied54.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
In Worden, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities612

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Worden has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.4 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,956 ft (901 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density275/sq mi
Coordinates45.9623°N, 108.1623°W
County FIPS30111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 40.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.8%
21% above US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.68
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density275/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants481
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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