Forsyth, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
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
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
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
1,682 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$185,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$330 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$564 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rosebud 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

Rosebud County
1
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 22
Feb 0 4 26
Mar 1 5 35
Apr 1 3 45
May 2 1 55
Jun 2 0 64
Jul 1 0 72
Aug 1 0 70
Sep 1 0 59
Oct 1 1 46
Nov 1 4 33
Dec 0 6 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 85%
Hillary Clinton 12%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 20, MT State House District 39, MT
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Schools

Forsyth Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Forsyth 7-8
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Forsyth High School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Rosebud School
11 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Miles Community College
42 miles, E • 1.9 star
Chief Dull Knife College
44 miles, S • 1 star
Little Big Horn College
59 miles, SW • 1 star
Montana State University Billings
94 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Holy Rosary Healthcare
41 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Gillette-Campbell County Airport
144 miles, S • 1 star
Yellowstone Regional Airport
166 miles, SW • 1 star
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