Lodge Pole, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
257 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$288 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$250 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 33
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 45
Nov 1 5 32
Dec 1 7 21

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 74% of residents leaning left and 21% leaning right.

Liberal (74%) (21%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 23%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 11%

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

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

Northern Montana Hospital
63 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Great Falls International Airport
136 miles, W • 1 star
Billings Logan International Airport
153 miles, S • 1.4 star
Helena Regional Airport
188 miles, W • 1 star
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