Zurich, MT

Montana

Zurich is a small town in Montana with a population of 45. Residents earn $59,167 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
45 Population 83/sq mi density
$59,167 Median Income $22,047 per capita
$162,500 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,167
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population45
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans34.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,167
Per Capita$22,047
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$227M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units17

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation2,388 ft (728 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+71.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 45%
Commute21 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries2

Is Zurich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zurich receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Zurich stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zurich is $59,167, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zurich is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Zurich has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Zurich has a population of 45 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 15.6% Hispanic.

Population

45
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.6%
Female 64.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Zurich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Zurich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zurich is $59,167, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Zurich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,167
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,047
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$50,375

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)204
County GDP$227M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare15
Retail25
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,160
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Zurich is $162,500, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below 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-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units17
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,160
10% below US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
Zurich has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.4 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.4 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,388 ft (728 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates48.5860°N, 109.0302°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS30005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.9-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+71.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants9
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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