Living in Chouteau County, Montana

Chouteau County is a county in Montana with a population of around 5,767. The main communities are Fort Benton, Big Sandy, Geraldine.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $384/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $267K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 34°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has hurricane risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Chouteau County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.