Dayton, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
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
103 332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,688 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
49.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$875,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$855 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,034 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake County
5
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

Lake County
4
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 26
Feb 1 10 28
Mar 1 7 36
Apr 2 3 43
May 2 0 51
Jun 3 0 58
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 1 0 55
Oct 2 1 44
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 2 17 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 6, MT State House District 12, MT
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Schools

Dayton School
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Lakeside Elementary School
11 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Linderman School
13 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Salish Kootenai College
20 miles, S • 1.4 star
Flathead Valley Community College
25 miles, N • 1.4 star
The University of Montana
71 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Providence St Joseph Medical Center
14 miles, S • 4.1 star
The Healthcenter
24 miles, N • 4.1 star
St Luke Community Hospital
24 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Missoula International Airport
66 miles, S • 1.4 star
Great Falls International Airport
138 miles, SE • 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
138 miles, SE • 1 star
Spokane International Airport
152 miles, W • 1.9 star
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