Big Timber, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
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
1,530 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,514 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$235,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$432 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$838 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sweet Grass County
3
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

Sweet Grass County
2
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 25
Feb 1 7 27
Mar 1 10 34
Apr 2 6 42
May 3 2 51
Jun 3 0 59
Jul 2 0 67
Aug 1 0 66
Sep 1 1 56
Oct 2 4 44
Nov 1 6 32
Dec 1 7 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (20%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 30, MT State House District 59, MT
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Schools

Big Timber School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Big Timber 7-8
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Sweet Grass Co High Schl
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Greycliff School
9 miles, SE
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Colleges

Montana State University
54 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Livingston Healthcare
30 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Billings Logan International Airport
68 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Yellowstone Airport
98 miles, SW • 1 star
Yellowstone Regional Airport
101 miles, S • 1 star
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