Babb, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
279 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,380 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$271,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$288 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,102 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Glacier County
3
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

Glacier County
2
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 22
Feb 1 7 24
Mar 1 7 31
Apr 1 5 40
May 2 1 48
Jun 3 0 55
Jul 2 0 61
Aug 1 0 60
Sep 2 1 51
Oct 1 3 41
Nov 2 8 30
Dec 1 9 20

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 8, MT State House District 16, MT
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Schools

Babb School
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Browning High School
30 miles, S • 1.4 star
Cutswood School
30 miles, S
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Colleges

Blackfeet Community College
31 miles, S • 1 star
Flathead Valley Community College
61 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Salish Kootenai College
94 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

North Valley Hospital
53 miles, W • 4.1 star
The Healthcenter
61 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Great Falls International Airport
136 miles, SE • 1 star
Missoula International Airport
139 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Helena Regional Airport
172 miles, S • 1 star
Spokane International Airport
207 miles, W • 1.9 star
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