Lolo, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,378 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,700 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$353,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$555 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$977 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Missoula County
5
Missoula 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

Missoula County
7
Missoula Metro Area
7
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 24
Feb 1 7 27
Mar 1 5 35
Apr 1 2 43
May 2 1 51
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 1 0 55
Oct 1 1 43
Nov 1 6 31
Dec 1 11 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 29%
Hillary Clinton 64%
Other 7%

Schools

Lolo Elementary
1 miles, SE 1.9 star
Lolo Middle School
1 miles, SE 2.3 star
Lighthouse Baptist Academy
5 miles, NE 5 star
Chief Charlo School
5 miles, E 3.7 star

Colleges

The University of Montana
8 miles, NE 1.9 star
Salish Kootenai College
57 miles, N 1.4 star
Montana Technological University
90 miles, SE 2.3 star

Hospitals

Community Medical Center
5 miles, NE 4.1 star
St Patrick Hospital
9 miles, NE 5 star
Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital-Cah
36 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Missoula International Airport
10 miles, NE 1.4 star
Bert Mooney Airport
95 miles, SE 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
101 miles, SE 1 star
Great Falls International Airport
138 miles, E 1 star