Colstrip Public RecordsMontana

Colstrip, in Rosebud County, MT, features a homeownership rate of about 82%, with median home values around $137,000 (2023). Rental housing is limited, with median rents near $780/month. The housing market remains stable, showing slight appreciation over recent years. Most homes are single-family houses built in the 1970s and 1980s for power plant workers. Neighborhoods are primarily residential, with quiet streets and local amenities. Property taxes average 0.83% of assessed value, resulting in annual taxes of ~$1,137 on a median-priced home. The community offers affordable, family-friendly living compared to larger Montana cities.

Colstrip, located in Rosebud County, MT, has a car-dependent transportation system, with over 95% of residents commuting by private vehicle and less than 1% using public transit. The average one-way commute time is approximately 13 minutes, notably shorter than the U.S. average of 27 minutes. Most households own two or more vehicles, reflecting limited local public transit options. The city’s infrastructure is centered around local roads and Montana Highway 39, supporting commuting primarily to local energy plants—the major employment hubs. There are no rail or commercial airport services directly within Colstrip.

Colstrip, a city in Rosebud County, MT, is served primarily by Colstrip Public Schools, including Colstrip High School (grades 9–12) and Colstrip Elementary. The district enrolls about 650 students, with the high school graduation rate above 90%. Colstrip High School offers Advanced Placement courses and dual-credit programs; however, no local higher education institutions exist—bachelor’s degrees require relocation. School safety measures are robust, with low incident rates. Adult education classes are periodically available. GreatSchools rates Colstrip schools at 6/10, reflecting solid academic performance for the region.

Colstrip, located in Rosebud County, MT, has limited healthcare infrastructure, with no full-scale hospital within the city. The primary facility is the Colstrip Medical Center, offering basic outpatient and urgent care; the nearest hospitals are in Miles City (about 45 miles away). Rosebud County's uninsured rate is approximately 13%. The population skews older, with 20% aged 65+, and prevalent health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and respiratory illnesses due in part to regional air quality. Providers consist mainly of family physicians and nurses, serving a city population of about 2,200. Access to specialists is limited, requiring travel.

Colstrip, located in Rosebud County, Montana, had a population of approximately 2,096 as of the 2020 Census. The median age is around 36 years. The population is about 51% male and 49% female. Racially, Colstrip is 84% White, 10% Native American, 1% Asian, and 5% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The community is primarily made up of families and working adults, with a notable presence of children under 18, who make up about 29% of residents.