Yaak, MT

Montana

Yaak is a small town in Montana with a population of 310. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
310 Population 11/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $28,974 per capita
$363,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 2.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$363,600 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $363,600
29% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population310
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$28,974
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$880M
Commute39 min

Housing

B
Home Value$363,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation2,960 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute39 min
Libraries3

Is Yaak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yaak receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Yaak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yaak is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Yaak is $363,600, 29% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Yaak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Yaak has a population of 310 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 6.5% Hispanic.

Population

310
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
27.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Yaak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yaak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yaak is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Yaak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,974
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$61,336

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$880M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare63
Retail89
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.0 min
Work from Home50.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Yaak is $363,600, 29% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$363,600
29% 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-Occupied95.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,052
13% below US avg
Effective Rate0.84%
In Yaak, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death9,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities63

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Yaak has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,960 ft (902 m)
Area27.9 sq mi (72.1 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates48.8299°N, 115.6864°W
County FIPS30053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area27.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants70
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.0 min
Work from Home50.6%

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