Helena Valley West Central SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Helena Valley West Central summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Helena Valley West Central. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Montana. Key points include:
The cost of living in Helena Valley West Central is 112 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Helena Valley West Central is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Helena Valley West Central is $456,231.
The median income in Helena Valley West Central is $90,082.
Helena Valley West Central's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Helena Valley West Central Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Helena Valley West Central | Montana | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 112 | 102 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 103 | 103 | 100 |
| Health | 138 | 101 | 100 |
| Housing | 100 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 103 | 105 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 100 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Helena Valley West Central, MT Weather
The average high in Helena Valley West Central is 58.1° and the average low is 33.4°.
There are 32.8 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 10.4 inches of precipitation each year with 38.9 inches of snow.
| Stat | Helena Valley West Central |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 58.1 |
| Average Annual Low | 33.4 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 32.8 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 10.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 38.9 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Helena Valley Southeast, MT
Population 9,108
Helena, MT
Population 33,639
Helena Valley West Central Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Helena Valley West Central
The current population in Helena Valley West Central is 8,056. The population has decreased 1.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8,056 | -2.0% |
| 2023 | 8,224 | 0.2% |
| 2022 | 8,206 | -4.0% |
| 2021 | 8,550 | 6.3% |
| 2020 | 8,042 | -0.5% |
| 2019 | 8,082 | -2.4% |
| 2018 | 8,277 | -4.0% |
| 2017 | 8,622 | -1.5% |
| 2016 | 8,753 | 2.2% |
| 2015 | 8,564 | 0.7% |
| 2014 | 8,502 | 1.1% |
| 2013 | 8,409 | 1.4% |
| 2012 | 8,293 | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 8,281 | 1.0% |
| 2010 | 8,197 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Helena Valley West Central
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Helena Valley West Central is:
87.9% White with 7,082 White residents.
0.4% African American with 35 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 20 American Indian residents.
0.2% Asian with 19 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 21 Other residents.
5.8% Two Or More with 470 Two Or More residents.
5.1% Hispanic with 409 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Helena Valley West Central | MT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 87.9% | 83.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.4% | 0.4% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.8% | 4.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.1% | 4.6% | 19.3% |
Gender in Helena Valley West Central
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Helena Valley West Central is 46.3% female with 3,731 female residents.
Helena Valley West Central is 53.7% male with 4,325 male residents.
| Gender | Helena Valley West Central | MT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.3% | 49.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 53.7% | 50.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Helena Valley West Central for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Helena Valley West Central completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Helena Valley West Central completed 9-12th grade.
22.0% of adults in Helena Valley West Central completed high school / ged.
22.0% of adults in Helena Valley West Central completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Helena Valley West Central completed associate's degree.
27.0% of adults in Helena Valley West Central completed bachelor's degree.
11.0% of adults in Helena Valley West Central completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Helena Valley West Central completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Helena Valley West Central completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Helena Valley West Central | MT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 1.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 22.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 27.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 11.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Helena Valley West Central, Montana
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0.3% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn Less than $10,000.
0.0% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.1% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.8% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.0% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn $35,000 to $49,999.
20.8% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn $50,000 to $74,999.
16.6% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn $75,000 to $99,999.
18.7% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn $100,000 to $149,999.
13.9% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn $150,000 to $199,999.
10.9% of households in Helena Valley West Central earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Helena Valley West Central | MT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 0.3% | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.0% | 3.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.1% | 7.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.8% | 7.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.0% | 11.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.8% | 17.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 16.6% | 13.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.7% | 17.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13.9% | 8.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 10.9% | 9.0% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
