Plains Public RecordsMontana

Plains, a city in Sanders County, MT, has a homeownership rate of about 72%, with median home values around $245,000 and median gross rents near $750/month (2023 data). The market has seen steady appreciation—about 10% over the past year. Housing mostly consists of single-family homes, with some mobile homes and few apartment options. Neighborhoods are quiet and rural, with a mix of older and newer properties. Property tax rates are relatively low, averaging around 0.85% of assessed value. Rental vacancies remain limited due to high demand, contributing to rising rents.

Plains, located in Sanders County, Montana, is a small rural city where transportation primarily relies on private vehicles—over 90% of residents commute by car, and vehicle ownership rates are high, with most households averaging two vehicles. Public transit options are extremely limited or non-existent, reflecting low usage rates. The average one-way commute time is about 21 minutes, below the national average. Key transportation infrastructure includes State Highway 200, connecting Plains with regional centers. Major employment hubs are local schools, healthcare providers, and small businesses within town, with some commuting to nearby Thompson Falls or Missoula for work.

Plains, located in Sanders County, Montana, is served by the Clark Fork Valley Hospital, a 16-bed critical access facility offering emergency, inpatient, and outpatient services. The city and county have limited clinics and a shortage of primary care providers, with approximately 1 primary care physician per 3,500 residents. About 10% of the county's 12,400 residents lack health insurance. The population is predominantly White (over 90%) and older, with common health issues including chronic conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. Access to specialty care often requires travel to larger cities like Missoula or Kalispell.

Plains city in Sanders County, MT is served by Plains Public Schools, including Plains High School (grades 9-12), with a total district enrollment of about 400 students. The high school graduation rate is around 89%. There are no colleges in town; about 12% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are average, with small class sizes supporting individualized attention. The district offers programs in vocational training, agriculture, and dual-credit courses. There are two public schools in total, with a student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 13:1.

Plains City, located in Sanders County, Montana, has a population of approximately 1,000 residents. The median age is around 50 years, reflecting an older population. Females make up about 52% of residents, while males account for 48%. The racial makeup is predominantly White (over 94%), with small proportions of Native American (about 3%), and other races including Hispanic or Latino (2%) and those identifying with two or more races.