Big Timber Public RecordsMontana

Big Timber, in Sweet Grass County, MT, has a homeownership rate of about 74%, with median home values around $370,000 as of 2024. Rental options are limited, with median rents near $1,050 monthly. Housing types are largely single-family homes, with some historic downtown properties. Neighborhoods like east Big Timber offer larger lots, while those closer to Main Street provide walkability. The area's property taxes average 0.85% of assessed value, lower than the national average. Recent years have seen moderate market growth, with home values rising around 4-6% annually due to increased interest in rural Montana living.

Big Timber, located in Sweet Grass County, MT, is primarily car-dependent: approximately 85% of residents commute by driving alone, with carpooling accounting for about 7%. Public transit usage is negligible, reflecting the absence of fixed-route systems. The average commute time is around 13 minutes, notably shorter than the national average. Most households own two vehicles. Transportation infrastructure centers on Interstate 90 and U.S. Route 191. Major employment hubs include local schools, medical facilities, and small businesses within the city, minimizing the need for long commutes outside city limits.

Big Timber, in Sweet Grass County, MT, is primarily served by the nonprofit Pioneer Medical Center, a 25-bed critical access hospital offering emergency, inpatient, and outpatient care, plus a rural health clinic. As of the 2020 census, the county population was ~3,700, with a median age of 47. Access to specialists requires travel to larger cities. Around 10% of residents under 65 lack health insurance. Common health issues include chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular conditions, typical for a rural, aging population. Healthcare provider density is about one primary care physician per 1,700 residents.

Big Timber, located in Sweet Grass County, Montana, had a population of approximately 1,650 in 2020. The median age is around 47 years. About 51% of residents are female, 49% male. Racially, the population is about 96% White, 1% Native American, 1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2% from other or multiple races. The community is predominantly non-Hispanic, reflecting the broader rural Montana demographics.

Big Timber, located in Sweet Grass County, MT, is served primarily by Sweet Grass County High School and Big Timber Grade School. The public school district enrolls about 350 students (K-12) with a graduation rate near 90%. Standardized test scores are close to the state average. There are no local bachelor degree-granting institutions; residents often attend universities in Billings or Bozeman. Adult education opportunities are limited, but occasional community classes are held. School safety protocols are rated effective, and programs include sports, FFA, and arts. The student-to-teacher ratio averages 12:1, enabling personalized instruction.