Wyola, MT

Montana

Wyola is a small town in Montana with a population of 264. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
264 Population 39/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $17,068 per capita
$232,700 Home Value
$559 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$232,700 home value, $559/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $232,700
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $559
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.2%
111% higher than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$17,068
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty26.2%
County GDP$1,286M
Commute39 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$232,700
Rent$559
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Elevation3,857 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+83.7%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 47%
Commute39 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries1

Is Wyola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wyola receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Wyola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wyola is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. 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 Wyola is $232,700, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $559 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wyola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Wyola has a population of 264 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (91.7%), with 8.3% White, 1.9% Asian.

Population

264
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.8%
21% below US avg
Spanish38.2%
185% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wyola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wyola is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Wyola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,068
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$47,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.2%
111% above US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$1,286M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare19
Retail33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,243
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.3 min
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Wyola is $232,700, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $559 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,700
17% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$559
52% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

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-Occupied43.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,243
7% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Wyola, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma14.5%
COPD9.0%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.2%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death25,709/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access43.9%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Wyola has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.5 inches
57% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,857 ft (1,176 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates45.1153°N, 107.3738°W
County FIPS30003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49%
D 47.3%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants21
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.3 min
Work from Home16.5%

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