Bridger, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
850 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,893 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$232,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$374 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$522 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.3% 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 1 10 26
Feb 1 10 29
Mar 1 15 36
Apr 2 13 42
May 2 5 52
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 1 2 57
Oct 2 8 46
Nov 1 10 34
Dec 1 10 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Bridger 7-8
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Bridger High School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Bridger Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Fromberg High School
7 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Northwest College
38 miles, S • 1.4 star
Rocky Mountain College
39 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Montana State University Billings
40 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Powell Valley Hospital
38 miles, S • 4.1 star
Billings Clinic
39 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Billings Logan International Airport
40 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Yellowstone Regional Airport
54 miles, SW • 1 star
Yellowstone Airport
115 miles, W • 1 star
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