Missoula County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Missoula County, MT, has a population of approximately 117,922. The racial composition is 92.2% White, 2.9% Native American, 1.3% Asian, 0.9% Black, and 2.7% of other or mixed races. Hispanic or Latino of any race make up 3.9%. The median household income is around $50,757, with 16.3% of the population below the poverty line. The county spans 2,618 square miles, with a density of about 45.0 persons per square mile. Missoula, the county seat, is the largest city.

As of 2023, Missoula County, MT has a median home price of around $480,000. This reflects a significant increase from prior years. Rental prices average $1,100 for a one-bedroom apartment and $1,400 for a two-bedroom unit. Homeownership rate is approximately 55.3%, while the vacancy rate stands at about 2.8%. Housing demand remains high due to the county's desirable living conditions and economic opportunities.

Missoula County, Montana, typically holds elections for various local, state, and federal positions. In the most recent general election:

• Registered Voters: Approximately 88,000
• Voter Turnout: Around 72%

Key races included:

1. U.S. House (Montana’s At-Large Congressional District):

   • Republican Candidate: Matt Rosendale
   • Democratic Candidate: Kathleen Williams

2. Governor:

   • Republican Candidate: Greg Gianforte
   • Democratic Candidate: Mike Cooney

3. Missoula County Commissioners:

   • Incumbent: Josh Slotnick (Democrat)
   • Challenger: Alan Ault (Republican)

Local ballot measures and school board elections were also featured. Accurate results and candidate listings may vary; please check local resources or the Missoula County Elections Office for the latest updates.

As of recent data, Missoula County, MT, boasts a relatively high education level. Approximately 93.1% of residents aged 25 and older have completed high school, exceeding both the Montana state average of 92% and the national average of 88.5%. Additionally, 40.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to Montana’s average of 32.6% and the national average of 33.1%. The county's emphasis on education is further underscored by the presence of the University of Montana, which contributes to a well-educated workforce and community. Overall, Missoula County exhibits higher educational attainment rates than both state and national benchmarks.

As of the latest data, Missoula County, MT has an employment rate of approximately 95.6%, with an unemployment rate of around 4.4%, which is slightly better than the national average of roughly 6.0%. The total employment stands at about 62,000 people.

Top industries in Missoula County include healthcare, education, retail trade, and accommodation and food services. The healthcare and social assistance sector employs the largest share at around 20%, compared to the national average of 14.5% and the state average of 18%. Education services employ about 16%, which is higher than the national average of 9%.

Retail trade accounts for about 14%, similar to the national average of 13%. The accommodation and food services sector employs around 12%, higher than the national average of 10%. These figures reflect Missoula County's unique economic makeup, driven by its role as a regional healthcare and educational hub.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Missoula County, Montana, is approximately $50,293. For comparative context, the median household income for the state of Montana is roughly $54,970, while the national median household income stands at about $68,703.

As of the most recent data, Missoula County, MT, has varying crime rates across different categories. The county sees both violent and property crimes. Here is a simplified statistics table based on the latest available data:

These numbers are indicative and may fluctuate year by year. The county is actively working on community policing and preventive measures to reduce these rates.