What are the schools like in Broadus, MT?

Broadus is served primarily by Broadus Elem. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.3:1.

What is the median household income in Broadus?

The median household income in Broadus, MT is $51,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.

What is the weather like in Broadus, MT?

Broadus has an average high temperature of 36.8°F in January and 90.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 29.0 inches.

Broadus, MT Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Broadus, MT affordable or expensive?

Broadus's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Broadus is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $145,800 and the median rent is $591 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Broadus, MT?

Broadus has a violent crime rate of 59.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 0.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Broadus, MT a Good Place to Live?

Broadus is a small town of 427 in Montana, with a median household income of $51,125 and a 1.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Broadus stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Broadus is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Broadus city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.8

Broadus's overall cost of living index is 87.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Broadus costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Broadus, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$145,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$591	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Broadus's violent crime rate is 59.5 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

59.5 /100k

Property Crime

0.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Broadus is served primarily by Broadus Elem. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Broadus, MT	National Avg
School District	Broadus Elem	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	74.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Broadus sees average highs of 36.8°F in January and 90.8°F in July, with 14.9 inches of annual precipitation and 29.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Broadus, MT
Average High — January	36.8°F
Average High — July	90.8°F
Annual Precipitation	14.9"
Annual Snowfall	29.0"

Demographics

Metric	Broadus, MT	National Avg
Population	427	—
Median Age	50.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	13.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	10.1%	22.2%
65 and over	35.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Biddle, MT 24 mi Ashland, MT 44 mi Ekalaka, MT 52 mi Birney, MT 53 mi Alzada, MT 57 mi

ZIP Codes in Broadus

Broadus, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

59317

Broadus vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broadus, MT affordable or expensive?

Broadus's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Broadus roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $145,800 and median rent is $591/month.

What is the crime rate in Broadus, MT?

Broadus's violent crime rate is 59.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 0.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Broadus?

Public schools in Broadus are operated by Broadus Elem. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1. 17.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Broadus, MT a good place to live?

Broadus, MT has a population of 427, a median household income of $51,125, and an unemployment rate of 1.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Broadus?

Broadus averages 36.8°F in January and 90.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 14.9 inches with about 29.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Broadus?

Broadus, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 59317.

What is the population of Broadus?

The population of Broadus, Montana is 427 with a median age of 50.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Broadus?

Key numbers for living in Broadus: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $145,800, median household income $51,125, crime index 9 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Broadus side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.