Fromberg, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
452 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,028 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$176,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$556 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$781 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carbon County
3
Billings Metro 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

Carbon County
2
Billings Metro Area
7
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 27
Feb 1 11 28
Mar 1 15 36
Apr 2 13 43
May 2 5 52
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 1 2 57
Oct 2 8 46
Nov 1 10 34
Dec 1 11 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 6%

Schools

Fromberg High School
<1 miles, W 3.2 star
Fromberg School
<1 miles, W 2.8 star
Fromberg 7-8
<1 miles, W 2.8 star
Bridger High School
7 miles, SW 4.1 star

Colleges

Rocky Mountain College
32 miles, NE 1.9 star
Montana State University Billings
33 miles, NE 1.9 star
Northwest College
44 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Billings Clinic
33 miles, NE 4.1 star
St Vincent Healthcare
33 miles, NE 5 star

Airports

Billings Logan International Airport
34 miles, NE 1.4 star
Yellowstone Regional Airport
61 miles, SW 1 star
Yellowstone Airport
119 miles, W 1 star