Essex, MT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
10/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
57
332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
45.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$73,393
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
5 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$329,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$346
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,027
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Flathead County
5
Kalispell Urban 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
Flathead County
6
Kalispell Urban Area
6
Montana
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 13 | 25 |
| Feb | 1 | 8 | 28 |
| Mar | 1 | 7 | 35 |
| Apr | 2 | 2 | 43 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 51 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 43 |
| Nov | 2 | 8 | 33 |
| Dec | 2 | 16 | 24 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (57%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 2, MT State House District 3, MTSchools
East Glacier Park School
21 miles, E
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1.9
West Glacier School
22 miles, NW
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3.7
Swan River School
23 miles, W
•
3.7
Swan River 7-8
23 miles, W
•
2.8
Colleges
Crevier's Academy of Cosmetology Arts
33 miles, W
Blackfeet Community College
33 miles, E
•
1
Flathead Valley Community College
33 miles, W
•
1.4
Salish Kootenai College
53 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
The Healthcenter
33 miles, W
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4.1
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
33 miles, W
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5
Phs Indian Hospital at Browning-Blackfeet
33 miles, E
North Valley Hospital
34 miles, NW
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4.1
Airports
Missoula International Airport
97 miles, SW
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1.4
Great Falls International Airport
118 miles, SE
•
1
Helena Regional Airport
139 miles, S
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1
Bert Mooney Airport
169 miles, S
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1