Plains, 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
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,077
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
33.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$24,661
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$209,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$320
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$569
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.9%
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 | 17 | 27 |
| Feb | 3 | 12 | 29 |
| Mar | 3 | 8 | 35 |
| Apr | 2 | 3 | 42 |
| May | 3 | 1 | 50 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 55 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 43 |
| Nov | 4 | 10 | 33 |
| Dec | 3 | 20 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.
Liberal (28%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 70%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 7, MT State House District 14, MTSchools
Plains High School
<1 miles, N
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3.7
Plains Elementary School
<1 miles, N
•
4.6
Plains 7-8
<1 miles, N
•
2.8
Hot Springs High School
14 miles, NE
•
3.7
Colleges
Salish Kootenai College
37 miles, E
•
1.4
Crevier's Academy of Cosmetology Arts
58 miles, NE
Flathead Valley Community College
59 miles, NE
•
1.4
The University of Montana
59 miles, SE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Clark Fork Valley Hospital
<1 miles, N
•
3.2
Mineral Community Hospital
19 miles, S
St Luke Community Hospital
37 miles, E
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3.2
Providence St Joseph Medical Center
37 miles, E
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4.1
Airports
Missoula International Airport
53 miles, SE
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1.4
Spokane International Airport
124 miles, NW
•
1.9
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
126 miles, W
•
1
Helena Regional Airport
149 miles, SE
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1