What are the schools like in Hobson, MT?

Hobson is served primarily by Hobson K-12 Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.7:1.

What is the median household income in Hobson?

The median household income in Hobson, MT is $33,542 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 17.5%.

What is the weather like in Hobson, MT?

Hobson has an average high temperature of 36.9°F in January and 81.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 44.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Hobson, MT affordable or expensive?

Hobson's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hobson is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $121,300 and the median rent is $588 per month.

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

Hobson has a violent crime rate of 149.5 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 Hobson, MT a Good Place to Live?

Hobson is a small town of 169 in Montana, with a median household income of $33,542 and a 17.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Hobson is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hobson 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: 86.9

Hobson's overall cost of living index is 86.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hobson costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hobson, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$121,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$588	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,542	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hobson's violent crime rate is 149.5 per 100,000 residents — 61% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

149.5 /100k

Property Crime

0.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Hobson is served primarily by Hobson K-12 Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hobson, MT	National Avg
School District	Hobson K-12 Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hobson sees average highs of 36.9°F in January and 81.7°F in July, with 15.1 inches of annual precipitation and 44.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hobson, MT
Average High — January	36.9°F
Average High — July	81.7°F
Annual Precipitation	15.1"
Annual Snowfall	44.5"

Demographics

Metric	Hobson, MT	National Avg
Population	169	—
Median Age	65.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	17.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	12.4%	22.2%
65 and over	51.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Moccasin, MT 4 mi Moore, MT 9 mi Utica, MT 11 mi King Ranch Colony, MT 12 mi Windham, MT 14 mi

Hobson vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hobson, MT affordable or expensive?

Hobson's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hobson roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $121,300 and median rent is $588/month.

What is the crime rate in Hobson, MT?

Hobson's violent crime rate is 149.5 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 Hobson?

Public schools in Hobson are operated by Hobson K-12 Schools. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1. 21.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hobson, MT a good place to live?

Hobson, MT has a population of 169, a median household income of $33,542, and an unemployment rate of 17.5%. 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 Hobson?

Hobson averages 36.9°F in January and 81.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 15.1 inches with about 44.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Hobson?

The population of Hobson, Montana is 169 with a median age of 65.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hobson?

Key numbers for living in Hobson: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $121,300, median household income $33,542, crime index 24 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hobson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.