Big Sky, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
2,388 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
58.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$884,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$780 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,426 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gallatin County
3
Bozeman 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

Gallatin County
3
Bozeman Metro Area
3
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 23
Feb 0 9 25
Mar 1 13 33
Apr 1 12 40
May 2 5 48
Jun 2 0 56
Jul 1 0 63
Aug 1 0 62
Sep 1 1 53
Oct 1 6 42
Nov 1 10 30
Dec 1 11 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 32%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 13%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 32, MT State House District 64, MT
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Schools

Ophir Elementary School
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Lone Peak High School
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Ophir 7-8
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Montana State University
32 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital
32 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yellowstone Airport
41 miles, S • 1 star
Bert Mooney Airport
74 miles, NW • 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
98 miles, N • 1 star
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