ZIP Code 59008, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
503 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,563 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$265,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$311 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$856 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carbon County
3
Billings Metro Area
5
Montana
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Carbon County
2
Billings Metro Area
7
Montana
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (62%) 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 1 14 23
Feb 1 13 25
Mar 1 16 33
Apr 2 14 41
May 2 5 49
Jun 2 1 58
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 2 2 54
Oct 2 9 43
Nov 1 13 31
Dec 1 15 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Belfry 7-8
6 miles, NE · 2.8star
Belfry School
6 miles, NE · 2.8star
Mountain View School
11 miles, NW · 3.7star
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Colleges

Northwest College
27 miles, S · 1.4star
Rocky Mountain College
56 miles, NE · 1.9star
Montana State University Billings
56 miles, NE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Powell Valley Hospital
27 miles, S · 4.1star
North Big Horn Hospital District
38 miles, SE · 4.1star
Cody Regional Health
38 miles, S · 3.2star
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Airports

Yellowstone Regional Airport
39 miles, S · 1star
Yellowstone Airport
104 miles, W · 1star
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