Cardwell, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
43 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
60.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,932 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
50 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$250,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$737 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
4
Helena 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

Jefferson County
2
Helena Metro Area
5
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 23
Feb 0 7 26
Mar 1 10 34
Apr 1 7 42
May 2 2 50
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 1 1 54
Oct 1 3 43
Nov 1 7 30
Dec 1 9 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 38, MT State House District 75, MT
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Schools

Cardwell School
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Whitehall Elementary
6 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Whitehall 6-8
6 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Whitehall High School
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Highlands College of Montana Tech
27 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Montana Technological University
30 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St James Healthcare
30 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bert Mooney Airport
26 miles, NW • 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
51 miles, N • 1 star
Yellowstone Airport
91 miles, S • 1 star
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