State Senate District 21, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
19,023 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,290 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$158,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$441 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$486 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montana
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montana
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative

Climate

Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 24
Feb 0 6 28
Mar 1 8 36
Apr 1 5 45
May 2 1 54
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 1 0 71
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 1 3 46
Nov 1 6 33
Dec 0 7 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Lame Deer 7-8
17 miles, E · 1star
Lame Deer High School
17 miles, E · 1.9star
Lame Deer School
18 miles, E · 1star
Lodge Grass 7-8
23 miles, W · 1star

Colleges

Chief Dull Knife College
18 miles, E · 1star
Little Big Horn College
27 miles, NW · 1star
Montana State University Billings
80 miles, NW · 1.9star

Hospitals

Sheridan Memorial Hospital
45 miles, SW · 4.1star

Airports

Yellowstone Regional Airport
120 miles, W · 1star