Bigfork, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
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
5,249 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,648 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$614,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$648 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$895 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Flathead County
5
Kalispell Urban 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

Flathead County
6
Kalispell Urban Area
6
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 24
Feb 1 10 26
Mar 1 7 34
Apr 2 2 42
May 2 0 50
Jun 3 0 57
Jul 2 0 64
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 2 0 54
Oct 1 1 42
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 2 18 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Schools

Swan River School
2 miles, E 3.7 star
Swan River 7-8
2 miles, E 2.8 star
Bigfork Elementary
2 miles, SW 3.7 star
Bigfork High School
2 miles, SW 3.7 star

Colleges

Flathead Valley Community College
16 miles, NW 1.4 star
Salish Kootenai College
34 miles, SW 1.4 star
Blackfeet Community College
58 miles, E 1 star

Hospitals

The Healthcenter
15 miles, NW 4.1 star
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
15 miles, NW 5 star
North Valley Hospital
24 miles, N 4.1 star
Providence St Joseph Medical Center
28 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Missoula International Airport
81 miles, SW 1.4 star
Great Falls International Airport
131 miles, SE 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
141 miles, S 1 star
Bert Mooney Airport
164 miles, S 1 star