Bear Dance, MT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
1/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
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Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
262
332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
40.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$71,458
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$570,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$421
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,302
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lake County
5
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
Lake County
4
Montana
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 14 | 24 |
| Feb | 1 | 9 | 27 |
| Mar | 1 | 7 | 34 |
| Apr | 2 | 2 | 42 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 53 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 42 |
| Nov | 2 | 7 | 31 |
| Dec | 2 | 16 | 23 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 37% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.
Liberal (38%) (56%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 6, MT State House District 12, MTSchools
Bigfork High School
11 miles, N
•
3.7
Bigfork Elementary
12 miles, N
•
3.7
Bigfork 7-8
12 miles, N
•
2.8
Dayton School
12 miles, W
•
3.2
Colleges
Salish Kootenai College
21 miles, SW
•
1.4
Crevier's Academy of Cosmetology Arts
25 miles, N
Flathead Valley Community College
26 miles, N
•
1.4
Blackfeet Community College
65 miles, E
•
1
Hospitals
Providence St Joseph Medical Center
16 miles, SW
•
4.1
The Healthcenter
26 miles, N
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4.1
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
26 miles, N
•
5
St Luke Community Hospital
26 miles, SW
•
3.2
Airports
Missoula International Airport
68 miles, SW
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1.4
Great Falls International Airport
127 miles, SE
•
1
Helena Regional Airport
131 miles, SE
•
1
Bert Mooney Airport
153 miles, S
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1