What are the schools like in Jordan, MT?

Jordan is served primarily by Jordan Elem. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.9:1.

What is the median household income in Jordan?

The median household income in Jordan, MT is $44,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Jordan, MT?

Jordan has an average high temperature of 29.9°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 31.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Jordan, MT affordable or expensive?

Jordan's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jordan is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $154,500 and the median rent is $636 per month.

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

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

Is Jordan, MT a Good Place to Live?

Jordan is a small town of 327 in Montana, with a median household income of $44,250 . Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

All Jordan 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: 88.7

Jordan's overall cost of living index is 88.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jordan costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jordan, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$154,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$636	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$44,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

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

Schools & Education

Jordan is served primarily by Jordan Elem. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jordan, MT	National Avg
School District	Jordan Elem	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jordan sees average highs of 29.9°F in January and 87.1°F in July, with 13.5 inches of annual precipitation and 31.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Jordan, MT
Average High — January	29.9°F
Average High — July	87.1°F
Annual Precipitation	13.5"
Annual Snowfall	31.5"

Demographics

Metric	Jordan, MT	National Avg
Population	327	—
Median Age	47.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	9.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.4%	22.2%
65 and over	30.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fort Peck, MT 52 mi Brockway, MT 54 mi Nashua, MT 62 mi Glasgow, MT 62 mi Circle, MT 62 mi

ZIP Codes in Jordan

Jordan, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

59337

Jordan vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jordan, MT affordable or expensive?

Jordan's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jordan roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $154,500 and median rent is $636/month.

What is the crime rate in Jordan, MT?

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

What are the schools like in Jordan?

Public schools in Jordan are operated by Jordan Elem. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1. 14.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jordan, MT a good place to live?

Jordan, MT has a population of 327, a median household income of $44,250, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Jordan?

Jordan averages 29.9°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 13.5 inches with about 31.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jordan?

Jordan, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 59337.

What is the population of Jordan?

The population of Jordan, Montana is 327 with a median age of 47.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jordan?

Key numbers for living in Jordan: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $154,500, median household income $44,250, crime index 2 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Jordan side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.