Garrison, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
138 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
1.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
49 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$350,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$475 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$525 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Powell 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

Powell County
2
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 14 22
Feb 1 11 26
Mar 1 9 34
Apr 1 4 42
May 2 1 50
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 1 1 54
Oct 1 2 43
Nov 1 9 31
Dec 1 14 22

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 40, MT State House District 80, MT
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Schools

Garrison School
1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Gold Creek School
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Powell County High School
11 miles, S • 4.1 star
OD Speer School
11 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Carroll College
37 miles, E • 2.8 star
Montana Technological University
38 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Community Hospital of Anaconda
29 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Helena Regional Airport
40 miles, E • 1 star
Bert Mooney Airport
43 miles, S • 1 star
Missoula International Airport
66 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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