Belt, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
525 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$170,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$582 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$625 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cascade County
3
Great Falls Metro Area
3
Montana
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cascade County
6
Great Falls Metro Area
6
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 26
Feb 1 10 29
Mar 1 13 35
Apr 2 11 44
May 3 3 53
Jun 3 0 61
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 2 1 56
Oct 1 5 47
Nov 1 9 35
Dec 1 12 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 10, MT State House District 19, MT
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Schools

Belt 7-8
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Pleasant Valley School
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Belt School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Belt High School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

University of Providence
18 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Helena College University of Montana
75 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Great Falls Clinic Hospital
17 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Benefis Hospitals Inc
17 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Great Falls International Airport
22 miles, NW • 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
73 miles, SW • 1 star
Bert Mooney Airport
124 miles, SW • 1 star
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