Hays, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
967 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$61,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$301 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$275 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Blaine 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

Blaine County
1
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 20
Feb 0 5 24
Mar 1 5 32
Apr 1 3 44
May 3 1 53
Jun 3 0 61
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 1 1 44
Nov 1 5 31
Dec 1 7 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 67% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.

Liberal (68%) (27%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 27%
Hillary Clinton 64%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 16, MT State House District 32, MT
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Schools

Hays-Lodge Pole 7-8
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Lodge Pole School
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Hays-Lodge Pole High Sch
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Aaniiih Nakoda College
33 miles, N • 1 star
Stone Child College
59 miles, NW • 1 star
Montana State University-Northern
60 miles, NW • 1.9 star
University of Providence
126 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Northern Montana Hospital
60 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Great Falls International Airport
131 miles, W • 1 star
Billings Logan International Airport
152 miles, S • 1.4 star
Helena Regional Airport
183 miles, W • 1 star
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