Basin, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
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 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
360 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
48 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$378 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$571 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
4
Helena 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

Jefferson County
2
Helena Metro Area
5
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 9 24
Feb 0 6 26
Mar 1 9 33
Apr 1 6 41
May 2 2 49
Jun 2 0 55
Jul 2 0 63
Aug 1 0 62
Sep 1 1 53
Oct 1 3 42
Nov 1 6 31
Dec 1 8 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 10%

Schools

Basin School
1 miles, SE 3.2 star
Boulder 7-8
8 miles, SE 3.2 star
Boulder Elementary School
9 miles, SE 2.8 star
Jefferson High School
9 miles, SE 3.7 star

Colleges

Montana Technological University
23 miles, SW 2.3 star
Carroll College
25 miles, NE 2.8 star
Helena College University of Montana
25 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

St James Healthcare
23 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Bert Mooney Airport
25 miles, SW 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
27 miles, NE 1 star
Great Falls International Airport
94 miles, NE 1 star