What are the schools like in Hysham, MT?

Hysham is served primarily by Hysham K-12 Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.3:1.

What is the median household income in Hysham?

The median household income in Hysham, MT is $43,906 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.

What is the weather like in Hysham, MT?

Hysham has an average high temperature of 34.7°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 37.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Hysham, MT affordable or expensive?

Hysham's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hysham is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $117,300 and the median rent is $950 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Hysham is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Hysham, MT a Good Place to Live?

Hysham is a small town of 232 in Montana, with a median household income of $43,906 and a 3.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Hysham 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: 90.5

Hysham's overall cost of living index is 90.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hysham costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hysham, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$117,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$950	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,906	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Hysham is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Hysham is served primarily by Hysham K-12 Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hysham, MT	National Avg
School District	Hysham K-12 Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hysham sees average highs of 34.7°F in January and 87.6°F in July, with 14.9 inches of annual precipitation and 37.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hysham, MT
Average High — January	34.7°F
Average High — July	87.6°F
Annual Precipitation	14.9"
Annual Snowfall	37.1"

Demographics

Metric	Hysham, MT	National Avg
Population	232	—
Median Age	54.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.9%	18.9%
Asian	3.4%	6.3%
Under 18	16.8%	22.2%
65 and over	27.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Custer, MT 19 mi Forsyth, MT 27 mi Melstone, MT 37 mi Rosebud, MT 37 mi Colstrip, MT 40 mi

ZIP Codes in Hysham

Hysham, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

59038

Hysham vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hysham, MT affordable or expensive?

Hysham's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hysham roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $117,300 and median rent is $950/month.

What is the crime rate in Hysham, MT?

Crime data for Hysham is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Hysham?

Public schools in Hysham are operated by Hysham K-12 Schools. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1. 17.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hysham, MT a good place to live?

Hysham, MT has a population of 232, a median household income of $43,906, and an unemployment rate of 3.7%. 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 Hysham?

Hysham averages 34.7°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 14.9 inches with about 37.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hysham?

Hysham, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 59038.

What is the population of Hysham?

The population of Hysham, Montana is 232 with a median age of 54.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hysham?

Key numbers for living in Hysham: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $117,300, median household income $43,906, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hysham side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.