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Lewistown, MT


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Lewistown, Montana

Lewistown, Montana, in Fergus county, is 92 miles E of Great Falls, Montana (center to center) and 553 miles NW of Denver, Colorado. The city contains a population of approximately 5,813.

The People and Families of Lewistown

In Lewistown, about 54% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Lewistown, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. Lewistown boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Lewistown had a median family income of $36,888.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Lewistown favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $620. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Lewistown Housing

Lewistown has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 69% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the city might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side.

Commuting

In Lewistown, 87% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Lewistown -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? The city can boast better commuting than most places.

Of Note

High Points

Lewistown strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Montana):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyLewistown Short Commute Times
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 16%Lewistown Well-Paid Single Women
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Lewistown Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Lewistown, MT

Comparing Lewistown to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Montana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens109
Age of the Population108
Female Share of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Men47
Well-Paid Single Women49
Male Share of the Population32
Children Under 5 Years Old24
Racial Diversity13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married44
Average Household Size12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults56
People Above Poverty46
People in Middle Class or Better48
Median Family Income26

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times108
Walking and Biking to Work94
Working at Home84
Public Transportation Use37

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone108
Affordability of Rents94
Seasonal and Vacation Housing83
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
Affordability of Property Taxes75
Housing Recently Built22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime88
Low Violent Crime56

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