Wheatland, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,185 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
88.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$108,580 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$581,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$638 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,092 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Broadwater County
5
Helena 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

Broadwater County
2
Helena Metro Area
5
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 9 23
Feb 0 7 25
Mar 1 10 32
Apr 1 7 40
May 2 2 48
Jun 2 0 56
Jul 2 0 63
Aug 1 0 62
Sep 1 1 53
Oct 1 3 42
Nov 1 7 29
Dec 1 9 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 35, MT State House District 70, MT
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Schools

Three Forks High School
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Three Forks 7-8
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Three Forks Elem School
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Willow Creek School
10 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Montana State University
33 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital
34 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bert Mooney Airport
44 miles, W • 1 star
Helena Regional Airport
49 miles, N • 1 star
Yellowstone Airport
91 miles, S • 1 star
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