Fairview, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
919 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,903 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$178,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$487 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$539 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Richland County
6
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

Richland County
4
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 8 13
Feb 0 5 19
Mar 1 5 31
Apr 1 3 45
May 2 1 56
Jun 3 0 64
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 1 0 70
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 1 2 45
Nov 0 5 29
Dec 0 8 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 18, MT State House District 35, MT
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Schools

Fairview 7-8
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Fairview School
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Fairview High School
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
East Fairview Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Williston State College
29 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Fort Peck Community College
56 miles, NW • 1 star
Dawson Community College
62 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College
74 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Sidney Health Center
11 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Chi St Alexius Health Williston
28 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Minot International Airport
131 miles, E • 1 star
Bismarck Municipal Airport
172 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Devils Lake Regional Airport
238 miles, E • 1 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
252 miles, SW • 1 star
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