Riverbend, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
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
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
505 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$428,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$366 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$817 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mineral County
1
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

Mineral County
1
Missoula Metro Area
7
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 15 27
Feb 1 10 30
Mar 1 6 38
Apr 1 1 45
May 2 0 53
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 1 0 57
Oct 1 1 45
Nov 1 9 33
Dec 1 16 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 9%

Schools

Superior Elementary
4 miles, N 1.9 star
Superior High School
4 miles, N 2.8 star
Superior 7-8
4 miles, N 1.9 star
St Regis 7-8
16 miles, NW 2.8 star

Colleges

The University of Montana
45 miles, SE 1.9 star
Salish Kootenai College
46 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

Clark Fork Valley Hospital
23 miles, N 3.2 star
Community Medical Center
42 miles, SE 4.1 star
St Luke Community Hospital
43 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Missoula International Airport
38 miles, SE 1.4 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
116 miles, W 1 star
Spokane International Airport
131 miles, NW 1.9 star
Bert Mooney Airport
138 miles, SE 1 star