What are the schools like in Turner, MT?

Turner is served primarily by Turner Elem. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.3:1.

What is the median household income in Turner?

The median household income in Turner, MT is $64,375 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 Turner, MT?

Turner has an average high temperature of 25.9°F in January and 83.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Turner, MT affordable or expensive?

Turner's cost of living index is 80, where 100 represents the national average. This means Turner is 20% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $56,700 and the median rent is $419 per month.

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

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

Is Turner, MT a Good Place to Live?

Turner is a small town of 69 in Montana, with a median household income of $64,375 . Its cost of living index is 80 (US average = 100), which is 20% below the national average.

Strengths: Turner stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

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

All Turner 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: 80.4

Turner's overall cost of living index is 80.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Turner costs roughly 20% less than the average American city.

Metric	Turner, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$56,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$419	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	64.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$64,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Turner is served primarily by Turner Elem. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Turner, MT	National Avg
School District	Turner Elem	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	40.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Turner sees average highs of 25.9°F in January and 83.3°F in July, with 12.3 inches of annual precipitation and 26.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Turner, MT
Average High — January	25.9°F
Average High — July	83.3°F
Annual Precipitation	12.3"
Annual Snowfall	26.1"

Demographics

Metric	Turner, MT	National Avg
Population	69	—
Median Age	41.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	47.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	13.0%	22.2%
65 and over	26.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Turner Colony, MT 6 mi Hogeland, MT 12 mi Loring Colony, MT 20 mi North Harlem Colony, MT 24 mi Harlem, MT 28 mi

Turner vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Turner, MT affordable or expensive?

Turner's cost of living index is 80, where 100 is the national average. That makes Turner roughly 20% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $56,700 and median rent is $419/month.

What is the crime rate in Turner, MT?

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

What are the schools like in Turner?

Public schools in Turner are operated by Turner Elem. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.3:1. 40.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Turner, MT a good place to live?

Turner, MT has a population of 69, a median household income of $64,375, 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 Turner?

Turner averages 25.9°F in January and 83.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 12.3 inches with about 26.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Turner?

The population of Turner, Montana is 69 with a median age of 41.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Turner?

Key numbers for living in Turner: cost of living index 80 (100 = US average), median home $56,700, median household income $64,375, schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Turner side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.