Eureka, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,009 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$172,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$372 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$775 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
2
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

Lincoln County
3
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 26
Feb 2 9 29
Mar 1 5 37
Apr 1 1 45
May 2 0 53
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 66
Aug 1 0 66
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 2 1 44
Nov 3 8 34
Dec 2 20 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Schools

Eureka Middle School 5-8
<1 miles, N 2.3 star
Eureka Elementary School
<1 miles, N 3.7 star
Lincoln Co High School
<1 miles, N 3.2 star
Chrysalis School
6 miles, N 4.6 star

Colleges

Flathead Valley Community College
56 miles, S 1.4 star
Blackfeet Community College
96 miles, SE 1 star
Salish Kootenai College
98 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center
40 miles, SW 3.2 star
North Valley Hospital
48 miles, S 4.1 star
The Healthcenter
56 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Missoula International Airport
143 miles, S 1.4 star
Spokane International Airport
144 miles, W 1.9 star
Great Falls International Airport
195 miles, SE 1 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
196 miles, SW 1 star