State Senate District 5, 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
5/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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
23,853
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
37.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$76,487
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$465,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$573
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$991
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7%
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 | 1 | 16 | 23 |
| Feb | 1 | 9 | 26 |
| Mar | 1 | 7 | 34 |
| Apr | 1 | 2 | 41 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 53 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| Nov | 1 | 8 | 31 |
| Dec | 1 | 20 | 23 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (30%) (64%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 65%Schools
Swan River School
3 miles, NW
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3.7
Swan River 7-8
3 miles, NW
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2.8
Bigfork High School
5 miles, W
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3.7
Bigfork Elementary
5 miles, W
•
3.7
Colleges
Crevier's Academy of Cosmetology Arts
18 miles, NW
Flathead Valley Community College
20 miles, NW
•
1.4
Salish Kootenai College
34 miles, SW
•
1.4
Blackfeet Community College
55 miles, E
•
1
Hospitals
The Healthcenter
19 miles, NW
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4.1
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
19 miles, NW
•
5
North Valley Hospital
27 miles, N
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4.1
Providence St Joseph Medical Center
29 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Missoula International Airport
80 miles, SW
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1.4
Great Falls International Airport
127 miles, SE
•
1
Helena Regional Airport
138 miles, S
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1
Bert Mooney Airport
162 miles, S
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1