What are the schools like in Lavina, MT?

Lavina is served primarily by Lavina K-12 Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.8:1.

What is the median household income in Lavina?

The median household income in Lavina, MT is $59,583 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 Lavina, MT?

Lavina has an average high temperature of 35.9°F in January and 87.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 43.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Lavina, MT affordable or expensive?

Lavina's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lavina is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $106,300 and the median rent is $713 per month.

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

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

Is Lavina, MT a Good Place to Live?

Lavina is a small town of 123 in Montana, with a median household income of $59,583 . Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Lavina is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lavina 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

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

Metric	Lavina, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$106,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$713	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$59,583	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

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

Schools & Education

Lavina is served primarily by Lavina K-12 Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lavina, MT	National Avg
School District	Lavina K-12 Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	5.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	30.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lavina sees average highs of 35.9°F in January and 87.0°F in July, with 15.1 inches of annual precipitation and 43.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lavina, MT
Average High — January	35.9°F
Average High — July	87.0°F
Annual Precipitation	15.1"
Annual Snowfall	43.0"

Demographics

Metric	Lavina, MT	National Avg
Population	123	—
Median Age	44.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	47.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	75.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	14.6%	22.2%
65 and over	21.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Broadview, MT 14 mi Ryegate, MT 15 mi Golden Valley Colony, MT 16 mi Mountain View Colony, MT 19 mi Klein, MT 20 mi

ZIP Codes in Lavina

Lavina, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

59046

Lavina vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lavina, MT affordable or expensive?

Lavina's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lavina roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $106,300 and median rent is $713/month.

What is the crime rate in Lavina, MT?

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

What are the schools like in Lavina?

Public schools in Lavina are operated by Lavina K-12 Schools. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.8:1. 30.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lavina, MT a good place to live?

Lavina, MT has a population of 123, a median household income of $59,583, 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 Lavina?

Lavina averages 35.9°F in January and 87.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 15.1 inches with about 43.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lavina?

Lavina, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 59046.

What is the population of Lavina?

The population of Lavina, Montana is 123 with a median age of 44.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lavina?

Key numbers for living in Lavina: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $106,300, median household income $59,583, crime index 9 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lavina side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.