Heron, MT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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
312
332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
36.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$29,357
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
59.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
52.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$415,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$561
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,073
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Sanders 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
Sanders County
2
Montana
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 15 | 28 |
| Feb | 2 | 9 | 30 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 37 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 45 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 56 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 45 |
| Nov | 3 | 6 | 34 |
| Dec | 3 | 18 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.
Liberal (41%) (53%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 7, MT State House District 13, MTSchools
Noxon 7-8
11 miles, SE
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2.8
Noxon High School
11 miles, SE
•
3.7
Noxon School
11 miles, SE
•
2.8
Clark Fork Jr/Sr High School
11 miles, NW
•
2.8
Colleges
Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy-Idaho
45 miles, W
North Idaho College
46 miles, W
•
1.4
Paul Mitchell the School-Spokane
63 miles, W
Carrington College-Spokane
65 miles, W
•
1.4
Hospitals
Bonner General Hospital
30 miles, NW
•
4.1
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center
30 miles, NE
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3.2
Shoshone Medical Center
36 miles, SW
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4.1
Kootenai Health
46 miles, W
•
4.1
Airports
Spokane International Airport
78 miles, W
•
1.9
Missoula International Airport
119 miles, SE
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1.4
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
126 miles, SW
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1
Tri-Cities Airport
193 miles, W
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1