Pondera County, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
6,012 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$179,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$509 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$595 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.2% 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 0 9 22
Feb 0 6 25
Mar 1 7 33
Apr 1 4 42
May 2 1 50
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 1 0 54
Oct 1 1 43
Nov 0 5 31
Dec 0 9 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 9, MT State House District 17, MT
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Schools

Miami School
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
Valier 7-8
6 miles, N • 2.8 star
Valier School
6 miles, N • 3.2 star
Valier High School
6 miles, N • 3.7 star

Colleges

Blackfeet Community College
42 miles, NW • 1 star
University of Providence
67 miles, S • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Airports

Helena Regional Airport
113 miles, S • 1 star
Missoula International Airport
126 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bert Mooney Airport
158 miles, SW • 1 star