Granite County, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
3,419 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,646 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$339,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$509 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 24
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 1 6 34
Apr 1 3 41
May 2 1 49
Jun 2 0 56
Jul 1 0 63
Aug 1 0 62
Sep 1 0 53
Oct 1 1 42
Nov 1 6 31
Dec 1 9 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 39, MT State House District 77, MT
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Schools

Philipsburg 7-8
8 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Granite High School
8 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Philipsburg School
8 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Hall School
17 miles, NE • 3.7 star

Colleges

The University of Montana
42 miles, N • 1.9 star
Montana Technological University
49 miles, SE • 2.3 star

Hospitals

Community Hospital of Anaconda
29 miles, SE • 4.1 star

Airports

Missoula International Airport
48 miles, N • 1.4 star
Bert Mooney Airport
54 miles, SE • 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
70 miles, E • 1 star