Fairfield, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
746 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,544 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$203,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$515 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$598 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Teton County
3
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

Teton County
1
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 26
Feb 0 7 28
Mar 1 9 35
Apr 1 6 43
May 2 2 52
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 1 1 56
Oct 1 3 46
Nov 0 6 34
Dec 0 7 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 9, MT State House District 17, MT
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Schools

Fairfield Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Fairfield 7-8
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Fairfield High School
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

University of Providence
34 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Carroll College
70 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Benefis Hospitals Inc
35 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Great Falls Clinic Hospital
35 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Great Falls International Airport
30 miles, SE • 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
70 miles, SW • 1 star
Missoula International Airport
110 miles, W • 1.4 star
Bert Mooney Airport
117 miles, SW • 1 star
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