Lake County, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
32,073 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,965 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$369,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$471 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$741 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 14 26
Feb 1 11 29
Mar 1 8 36
Apr 1 3 44
May 2 0 52
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 66
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 1 1 45
Nov 1 9 33
Dec 1 16 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 47, MT State House District 93, MT
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Schools

Mission Valley Christian Academy
3 miles, NE • 1 star
Mission Valley Christianacademy
3 miles, NE • 1 star
Pablo Elementary
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Polson High School
5 miles, NW • 3.2 star

Colleges

Salish Kootenai College
3 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Flathead Valley Community College
42 miles, N • 1.4 star
The University of Montana
54 miles, S • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Providence St Joseph Medical Center
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
St Luke Community Hospital
8 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Clark Fork Valley Hospital
40 miles, W • 3.2 star
The Healthcenter
41 miles, N • 4.1 star

Airports

Missoula International Airport
50 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Helena Regional Airport
122 miles, SE • 1 star
Great Falls International Airport
127 miles, SE • 1 star
Bert Mooney Airport
139 miles, S • 1 star