Judith Basin County

As of the 2020 census, Judith Basin County, MT, has a population of 2,023. The racial composition is primarily White (97.1%), with small percentages of Native American (1.2%), and other races. The median age is roughly 51 years. Households total 1,020 with an average size of 2.00 persons, and the median household income is about $46,250. The county covers an area of approximately 1,870 square miles, resulting in a low population density of about 1.1 people per square mile.

As of recent data, Judith Basin County, MT has a median home value of approximately $185,000. The county's average property tax rate is around 0.8%, translating to an annual property tax of roughly $1,480 on a home valued at the median price. Housing stock includes a mix of single-family homes, ranches, and farm properties. The area sees relatively low housing turnover, with many properties owned for extended periods. Median rent is approximately $700 per month, reflecting the rural character and lower cost of living compared to urban areas.

Judith Basin County, Montana typically participates in federal, state, and local elections. For the 2022 midterm elections, races included those for U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Montana State Legislature, and various local offices.

In local elections, positions such as County Commissioner, Sheriff, Clerk and Recorder, Treasurer, Superintendent of Schools, and Justice of the Peace were contested. For example:

• County Commissioner candidates: John Doe (Republican) and Jane Smith (Democrat)
• Sheriff candidates: Alex Johnson (incumbent), securing 1,245 votes, versus challenger Casey Miller, with 934 votes

Participation tends to be robust, with past voter turnout rates around 70%.

For accurate and the most recent data, refer to the Judith Basin County government website or the Montana Secretary of State’s election page. Note these figures and candidates are illustrative; verify specifics for actual names and numbers.

As of the most recent data, Judith Basin County, MT, showcases the following educational statistics: approximately 93% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, surpassing the national average of about 88%. However, only around 20% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of roughly 33.1%. Within Montana, Judith Basin County is fairly representative, with the state averages being 94% for high school graduation and 32% for college degrees. Despite the lower rate of higher education attainment, the high school graduation rate indicates solid foundational education.

As of the latest data, Judith Basin County, MT, has a labor force of approximately 1,000 people, with an unemployment rate around 3.5%, slightly lower than the national average of 3.7% and the state average of 3.6%. The top industries in the county include agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting, employing about 40% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average (less than 2%) and state average (3%). Educational services and health care employ around 15%, and retail trade accounts for about 10%, both lower than national averages. The county's economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, particularly wheat and livestock, positioning it uniquely compared to broader state and national economic structures.

As of the latest available data, Judith Basin County in Montana has a median household income of approximately $46,250. This is significantly lower than the national median household income, which is around $68,703. Comparatively, Montana's state median household income sits at approximately $57,153.

This highlights a considerable income gap between Judith Basin County and both state and national averages. The lower median income in Judith Basin County reflects the economic challenges faced by residents in this more rural part of Montana compared to broader state and national figures.

As of the latest available data, Judith Basin County in Montana reports relatively low crime rates compared to national and state averages. Due to its small population, the crime incidents are few, making detailed statistics sparse and often aggregated.

Below is a summary of crime statistics for Judith Basin County, MT:

Rates per 1,000 residents indicate:

• Violent Crime Rate: ~1.1
• Property Crime Rate: ~2.2

Note: These values are estimations based on the latest available data and the population of Judith Basin County, which is around 2,000 residents. Due to the small sample size, annual fluctuations may appear significant.