Boyd, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
26 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$134,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
63.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
67 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$503,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$818 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$918 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 0 7 26
Feb 1 8 29
Mar 1 10 37
Apr 2 8 45
May 3 2 53
Jun 2 0 61
Jul 1 0 69
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 1 1 57
Oct 2 4 46
Nov 1 6 34
Dec 1 8 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 29, MT State House District 58, MT
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Schools

Joliet School
5 miles, E • 2.3 star
Joliet High School
5 miles, E • 3.7 star
Joliet 7-8
5 miles, E • 2.3 star
Roberts 7-8
8 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Rocky Mountain College
34 miles, E • 1.9 star
Montana State University Billings
36 miles, E • 1.9 star
Northwest College
50 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Healthcare
35 miles, E • 5 star
Billings Clinic
36 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yellowstone Regional Airport
65 miles, S • 1 star
Yellowstone Airport
113 miles, W • 1 star
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