State House District 17, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
9,822 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,687 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$518 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$595 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 8 24
Feb 0 7 26
Mar 1 8 34
Apr 1 5 42
May 2 1 51
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 1 0 55
Oct 1 2 44
Nov 0 6 32
Dec 0 9 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 6%

Schools

Choteau School
9 miles, E 3.7 star
Choteau 7-8
9 miles, E 2.8 star
Choteau High School
9 miles, E 4.1 star
Golden Ridge School
13 miles, S 3.2 star

Colleges

University of Providence
53 miles, SE 1.4 star
Blackfeet Community College
64 miles, N 1 star

Hospitals

Benefis Hospitals Inc
53 miles, SE 3.2 star
Great Falls Clinic Hospital
54 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Great Falls International Airport
49 miles, SE 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
80 miles, S 1 star
Missoula International Airport
100 miles, W 1.4 star
Bert Mooney Airport
124 miles, SW 1 star