Swan Lake, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
226 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$492,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$486 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,286 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake 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

Lake County
4
Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 27
Feb 1 7 29
Mar 1 7 36
Apr 1 3 44
May 2 1 52
Jun 3 0 59
Jul 1 0 66
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 1 2 45
Nov 1 7 34
Dec 1 13 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 37% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Schools

Swan River School
15 miles, N 3.7 star
Swan River 7-8
15 miles, N 2.8 star
Bigfork Elementary
16 miles, NW 3.7 star
Bigfork High School
16 miles, NW 3.7 star

Colleges

Salish Kootenai College
28 miles, SW 1.4 star
Flathead Valley Community College
32 miles, NW 1.4 star
Blackfeet Community College
56 miles, NE 1 star

Hospitals

Providence St Joseph Medical Center
24 miles, SW 4.1 star
The Healthcenter
31 miles, NW 4.1 star
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
31 miles, NW 5 star
St Luke Community Hospital
32 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Missoula International Airport
72 miles, SW 1.4 star
Great Falls International Airport
117 miles, SE 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
125 miles, S 1 star
Bert Mooney Airport
150 miles, S 1 star