Hamilton, MT
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
4,949
332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
31.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$52,917
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$299,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$609
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$838
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Ravalli 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
Ravalli County
2
Montana
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 11 | 25 |
| Feb | 1 | 8 | 27 |
| Mar | 1 | 5 | 35 |
| Apr | 1 | 2 | 42 |
| May | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 43 |
| Nov | 2 | 6 | 32 |
| Dec | 1 | 13 | 23 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (59%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 43, MT State House District 86, MTSchools
Washington School
<1 miles, SW
Hamilton Middle School
<1 miles, SW
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2.3
Hamilton High School
<1 miles, E
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4.1
Daly School
1 miles, S
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2.8
Colleges
Bitterroot School of Cosmetology
2 miles, NE
The University of Montana
43 miles, NE
•
1.9
Montana Technological University
78 miles, SE
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2.3
Butte Academy of Beauty Culture
79 miles, SE
Hospitals
Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital-Cah
<1 miles, W
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3.2
Community Medical Center
41 miles, NE
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4.1
Granite County Medical Center
42 miles, E
St Patrick Hospital
44 miles, NE
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5
Airports
Missoula International Airport
46 miles, NE
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1.4
Bert Mooney Airport
82 miles, SE
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1
Helena Regional Airport
106 miles, E
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1
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
136 miles, NW
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1