Ballantine, 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 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
293 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
35.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,670 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$222,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$644 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$562 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Yellowstone County
5
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

Yellowstone County
7
Billings Metro Area
7
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 8 25
Feb 0 6 29
Mar 1 9 38
Apr 2 5 47
May 2 1 56
Jun 2 0 65
Jul 1 0 72
Aug 1 0 71
Sep 1 1 59
Oct 1 3 48
Nov 1 6 35
Dec 1 8 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 20, MT State House District 39, MT
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Schools

Huntley Project Elem K-6
1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Huntley Project 7-8
1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Huntley Project High Schl
1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Shepherd High School
10 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Montana State University Billings
21 miles, W • 1.9 star
Rocky Mountain College
22 miles, W • 1.9 star
Little Big Horn College
41 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Billings Clinic
21 miles, W • 4.1 star
St Vincent Healthcare
21 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Yellowstone Regional Airport
108 miles, SW • 1 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
168 miles, SE • 1 star
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