Shelby, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
3,129 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,357 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$206,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$530 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$660 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Toole County
5
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

Toole County
3
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 20
Feb 0 4 23
Mar 1 4 32
Apr 1 2 42
May 2 1 51
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 1 0 54
Oct 1 1 43
Nov 0 3 30
Dec 0 5 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 9, MT State House District 18, MT
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Schools

Shelby High School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Shelby Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Shelby 7-8
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Cam Rose School
17 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Blackfeet Community College
53 miles, NW • 1 star
University of Providence
75 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Helena Regional Airport
131 miles, SW • 1 star
Missoula International Airport
151 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bert Mooney Airport
178 miles, SW • 1 star
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