Carter, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
118 332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$32,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
60.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
51.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$330 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$535 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chouteau County
1
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

Chouteau County
1
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 8 23
Feb 0 6 25
Mar 1 8 34
Apr 1 5 44
May 2 2 53
Jun 2 0 61
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 1 2 45
Nov 0 6 32
Dec 0 8 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 14, MT State House District 27, MT
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Schools

Carter School
1 miles, NW
Fort Benton School
12 miles, E • 4.6 star
Fort Benton 7-8
13 miles, E • 3.2 star
Fort Benton High School
13 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

University of Providence
25 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Stone Child College
60 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Great Falls Clinic Hospital
25 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Benefis Hospitals Inc
25 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Helena Regional Airport
95 miles, SW • 1 star
Bert Mooney Airport
146 miles, SW • 1 star
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