Bearcreek, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
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
93 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$111,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$191,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$850 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$570 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.3% 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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 14 24
Feb 1 13 26
Mar 1 16 34
Apr 2 14 42
May 3 6 50
Jun 2 1 59
Jul 1 0 66
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 2 55
Oct 2 9 44
Nov 1 13 32
Dec 1 14 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 6%

Schools

Roosevelt Junior High
5 miles, NW 2.3 star
Red Lodge High School
5 miles, NW 3.7 star
Mountain View School
5 miles, NW 3.7 star
Belfry 7-8
8 miles, SE 2.8 star

Colleges

Northwest College
34 miles, S 1.4 star
Rocky Mountain College
53 miles, NE 1.9 star
Montana State University Billings
54 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Powell Valley Hospital
34 miles, S 4.1 star
Cody Regional Health
44 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Yellowstone Regional Airport
45 miles, S 1 star
Billings Logan International Airport
54 miles, NE 1.4 star
Yellowstone Airport
101 miles, W 1 star