Carter County
CountyThe kind of area this report covers. Neighborhood areas nest inside each other, from broad districts down to small pockets.Montana
$199K
Median valueThe middle estimated value of all homes here, not just the ones that recently sold.
Housing Stock
HomesHow many homes we have records for in this area.892
Median value (AVM)The middle estimated value of all homes here, not just the ones that recently sold.$199K
Median sizeThe middle home size here, measured in square feet.1,216 ft²
Median bedroomsThe middle bedroom count for homes here.3
Median year builtThe middle build year for homes here. A recent year means most housing is newer.1972
Single familyThe share of homes here that are single-family houses.19%
Equity & Ownership
Owner occupiedThe share of homes lived in by their owner rather than rented out or left empty.30%
Company ownedThe share of homes owned by a company or trust instead of a person.24%
Typical ownership tenureHow long the typical owner here has held their home.22.7 yrs
CommunityThese are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,408
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.0 / mi²
Median household incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46K
Average household incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62K
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%
How Carter County compares
By median home value, Carter County is the 42nd most expensive of 55 counties in Montana.
| # | Montana | Median value | Homes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Madison County | $859K | 8,749 |
| 2 | Gallatin County | $780K | 48,772 |
| 3 | Custer County | $767K | 5,200 |
| 4 | Flathead County | $699K | 51,460 |
| 5 | Lake County | $694K | 15,204 |
| 6 | Treasure County | $687K | 481 |
| 7 | Park County | $649K | 9,634 |
| 8 | Ravalli County | $616K | 20,978 |
| 9 | Sweet Grass County | $583K | 2,030 |
| 10 | Jefferson County | $575K | 6,132 |
| 11 | Granite County | $575K | 2,880 |
| 12 | Broadwater County | $573K | 3,865 |
| 13 | Carbon County | $573K | 7,117 |
| 14 | Missoula County | $573K | 43,367 |
| 15 | Meagher County | $526K | 1,579 |
| 16 | Sanders County | $523K | 7,077 |
| 17 | Stillwater County | $499K | 4,866 |
| 18 | Lincoln County | $494K | 12,640 |
| 19 | Mineral County | $489K | 2,731 |
| 20 | Lewis and Clark County | $473K | 30,375 |
| 21 | Teton County | $443K | 2,992 |
| 22 | Beaverhead County | $419K | 5,167 |
| 23 | Golden Valley County | $413K | 524 |
| 24 | Powell County | $404K | 3,313 |
| 42 | Carter County | $199K | 892 |
55 counties in Montana are ranked; the most valuable are listed here.
About the Carter County market
How many homes are there in Carter County, MT?
Carter County, MT contains 892 residential properties, with a median of 1,216 square feet, 3 bedrooms, built around 1972. The median TopHap Estimate is $199K.
How does Carter County, MT compare to the rest of Montana?
By median home value, Carter County, MT is the 42nd most expensive of 55 counties in Montana. The ranking is rebuilt nightly from the county assessor record of every home in each area.
Do people own or rent in Carter County, MT?
30% of homes in Carter County, MT are owner-occupied. 24% are held by a company rather than an individual.
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