York, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

York is a small town in Montana with a population of 215. Residents earn $111,359 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
215 Population 652/sq mi density
$111,359 Median Income $70,147 per capita
$405,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$111,359 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$405,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,359
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $405,700
44% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.8%
72% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.2%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density652/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,359
Per Capita$70,147
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$307M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$405,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation4,039 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is York a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, York receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. York stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in York is $111,359, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places York among higher-income communities. 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 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in York is $405,700, 44% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

York is a highly educated community — 57.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

York 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 11.4 inches, including 37.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

York has a population of 215 with a density of 652 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 4.7% Black.

Population

215
Total Population
652
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

York vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.2%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.8%
130% above US avg

Social Characteristics

York vs U.S. Average

The median household income in York is $111,359, which is 48% above 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. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: York vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,359
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,147
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 Rate0.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in York is $405,700, 44% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$405,700
44% 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 Rate0.76%
In York, 25.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 14.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.2%
21% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure21.6%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity14.1%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate58.3%
Premature Death6,145/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

York 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 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.4 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall37.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,039 ft (1,231 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density652/sq mi
Coordinates46.7180°N, 111.7529°W
County FIPS30007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 57.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.8%
72% above 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 Density652/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants19
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home13.5%

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