What are the schools like in Worden, MT?

Worden is served primarily by Huntley Project K-12 Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in Worden?

The median household income in Worden, MT is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

What is the weather like in Worden, MT?

Worden has an average high temperature of 34.9°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Worden, MT affordable or expensive?

Worden's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Worden is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $167,300 and the median rent is $965 per month.

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

Worden has a violent crime rate of 668.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2880.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Worden, MT a Good Place to Live?

Worden is a small town of 503 in Montana, with a median household income of N/A and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

All Worden 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: 89.6

Worden's overall cost of living index is 89.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Worden costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Worden, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$167,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$965	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	51.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Worden's violent crime rate is 668.3 per 100,000 residents — 76% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

668.3 /100k

Property Crime

2880.3 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Worden is served primarily by Huntley Project K-12 Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Worden, MT	National Avg
School District	Huntley Project K-12 Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	41.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Worden sees average highs of 34.9°F in January and 87.1°F in July, with 14.4 inches of annual precipitation and 34.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Worden, MT
Average High — January	34.9°F
Average High — July	87.1°F
Annual Precipitation	14.4"
Annual Snowfall	34.4"

Demographics

Metric	Worden, MT	National Avg
Population	503	—
Median Age	30.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	3.2%	6.3%
Under 18	23.3%	22.2%
65 and over	12.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Worden

Worden, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

59088

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Worden, MT affordable or expensive?

Worden's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Worden roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $167,300 and median rent is $965/month.

What is the crime rate in Worden, MT?

Worden's violent crime rate is 668.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2880.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Worden?

Public schools in Worden are operated by Huntley Project K-12 Schools. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 41.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Worden, MT a good place to live?

Worden, MT has a population of 503, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. 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 Worden?

Worden averages 34.9°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 14.4 inches with about 34.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Worden?

Worden, MT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 59088.

What is the population of Worden?

The population of Worden, Montana is 503 with a median age of 30.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Worden?

Key numbers for living in Worden: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $167,300, median household income N/A, crime index 160 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Worden side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.