What are the schools like in Forsyth, MT?

Forsyth is served primarily by Forsyth Elem. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Forsyth?

The median household income in Forsyth, MT is $56,397 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.

What is the weather like in Forsyth, MT?

Forsyth has an average high temperature of 33.7°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Forsyth, MT affordable or expensive?

Forsyth's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Forsyth is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $164,700 and the median rent is $742 per month.

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

Forsyth has a violent crime rate of 67.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 67.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Forsyth, MT a Good Place to Live?

Forsyth is a small town of 1,458 in Montana, with a median household income of $56,397 and a 2.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Forsyth 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 Forsyth is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Forsyth 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: 90.2

Forsyth's overall cost of living index is 90.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Forsyth costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Forsyth, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$164,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$742	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	59.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$56,397	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Forsyth's violent crime rate is 67.1 per 100,000 residents — 82% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

67.1 /100k

Property Crime

67.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Forsyth is served primarily by Forsyth Elem. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Forsyth, MT	National Avg
School District	Forsyth Elem	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Forsyth sees average highs of 33.7°F in January and 88.0°F in July, with 16.0 inches of annual precipitation and 34.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Forsyth, MT
Average High — January	33.7°F
Average High — July	88.0°F
Annual Precipitation	16.0"
Annual Snowfall	34.6"

Demographics

Metric	Forsyth, MT	National Avg
Population	1,458	—
Median Age	38.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	81.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	13.7%	18.9%
Asian	1.2%	6.3%
Under 18	20.3%	22.2%
65 and over	28.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Rosebud, MT 10 mi Colstrip, MT 26 mi Hysham, MT 27 mi Miles City, MT 41 mi Custer, MT 43 mi

ZIP Codes in Forsyth

Forsyth, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

59327

Forsyth vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forsyth, MT affordable or expensive?

Forsyth's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Forsyth roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $164,700 and median rent is $742/month.

What is the crime rate in Forsyth, MT?

Forsyth's violent crime rate is 67.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 67.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Forsyth?

Public schools in Forsyth are operated by Forsyth Elem. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 15.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Forsyth, MT a good place to live?

Forsyth, MT has a population of 1,458, a median household income of $56,397, and an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 Forsyth?

Forsyth averages 33.7°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 16.0 inches with about 34.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Forsyth?

Forsyth, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 59327.

What is the population of Forsyth?

The population of Forsyth, Montana is 1,458 with a median age of 38.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Forsyth?

Key numbers for living in Forsyth: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $164,700, median household income $56,397, crime index 12 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Forsyth side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.