What are the schools like in Pryor, MT?

Pryor is served primarily by Pryor Elem. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.1:1.

What is the median household income in Pryor?

The median household income in Pryor, MT is $50,833 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 19.8%.

What is the weather like in Pryor, MT?

Pryor has an average high temperature of 35.4°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 32.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Pryor, MT affordable or expensive?

Pryor's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Pryor is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $163,300 and the median rent is $2,000 per month.

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

Pryor has a violent crime rate of 315.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1163.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Pryor, MT a Good Place to Live?

Pryor is a small town of 629 in Montana, with a median household income of $50,833 and a 19.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Pryor stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-).

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

All Pryor 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: 98.1

Pryor's overall cost of living index is 98.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Pryor costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Pryor, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$163,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,000	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,833	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Pryor's violent crime rate is 315.3 per 100,000 residents — 17% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

315.3 /100k

Property Crime

1163.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Pryor is served primarily by Pryor Elem. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Pryor, MT	National Avg
School District	Pryor Elem	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pryor sees average highs of 35.4°F in January and 87.2°F in July, with 15.6 inches of annual precipitation and 32.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Pryor, MT
Average High — January	35.4°F
Average High — July	87.2°F
Annual Precipitation	15.6"
Annual Snowfall	32.2"

Demographics

Metric	Pryor, MT	National Avg
Population	629	—
Median Age	30.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	19.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	9.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	33.7%	22.2%
65 and over	7.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Edgar, MT 16 mi Silesia, MT 18 mi Fromberg, MT 18 mi Rockvale, MT 18 mi Montaqua, MT 20 mi

ZIP Codes in Pryor

Pryor, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

59066

Pryor vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pryor, MT affordable or expensive?

Pryor's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Pryor roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $163,300 and median rent is $2,000/month.

What is the crime rate in Pryor, MT?

Pryor's violent crime rate is 315.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1163.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Pryor?

Public schools in Pryor are operated by Pryor Elem. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.1:1. 6.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Pryor, MT a good place to live?

Pryor, MT has a population of 629, a median household income of $50,833, and an unemployment rate of 19.8%. 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 Pryor?

Pryor averages 35.4°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 15.6 inches with about 32.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Pryor?

Pryor, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 59066.

What is the population of Pryor?

The population of Pryor, Montana is 629 with a median age of 30.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pryor?

Key numbers for living in Pryor: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $163,300, median household income $50,833, crime index 72 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pryor side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.