Jefferson City, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
446 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$282,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$426 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$739 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
4
Helena Metro Area
5
Montana
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
2
Helena Metro Area
5
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 8 23
Feb 0 6 26
Mar 1 9 33
Apr 1 5 40
May 2 2 48
Jun 2 0 56
Jul 2 0 63
Aug 1 0 62
Sep 1 1 53
Oct 1 2 41
Nov 1 7 31
Dec 1 8 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 38, MT State House District 75, MT
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Schools

Clancy School
6 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Clancy 7-8
6 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Boulder 7-8
11 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Boulder Elementary School
11 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Helena College University of Montana
15 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Carroll College
15 miles, N • 2.8 star
Montana Technological University
36 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St Peters Hospital
17 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Helena Regional Airport
16 miles, NE • 1 star
Bert Mooney Airport
37 miles, SW • 1 star
Great Falls International Airport
82 miles, NE • 1 star
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