Living in Jefferson County, Montana

Jefferson County is a county in Montana with a population of around 11,645. The main communities are Boulder, Whitehall.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,352/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $511K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 30°F) and cool summers (highs around 70°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Jefferson County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 48 and a moderately educated workforce (35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.