Three Forks Public RecordsMontana

Three Forks, in Gallatin County, MT, has a homeownership rate around 65%, with median home values near $377,000 in 2024. Rental vacancy rates are low, with average rents about $1,300/month. The housing stock includes single-family homes, historic downtown properties, and new developments, particularly east of Main Street. Neighborhoods range from established, walkable blocks to newer subdivisions. Property values have risen over 40% since 2020, driven by regional growth. Property taxes average 0.93% of value, meaning a $377,000 home pays approximately $3,500 annually. The market remains competitive amid high demand and limited inventory.

Three Forks, Gallatin, MT, has no hospitals within city limits; the nearest hospital is Bozeman Health Deaconess (~30 miles away). Locally, there is a rural health clinic—Three Forks Family Medicine—serving primary care needs. As of 2021, Gallatin County had ~7.5% of residents uninsured, with Medicare/Medicaid covering approximately 30%. The patient population skews older, with 20% over age 65. Common health issues include chronic diseases (diabetes, hypertension) and access barriers due to rural location. Healthcare providers per 1,000 residents in Gallatin County number approximately 3.6, slightly above the Montana average.

Three Forks city in Gallatin County, Montana, had a 2020 population of 1,989. The median age is approximately 40 years. About 52% are male and 48% female. Racially, Three Forks is predominantly White (93%), with small percentages of Native American (2%), two or more races (3%), and Hispanic or Latino origin (3%). Other races represent less than 1% each.

Three Forks, Gallatin County, MT, has one public school district (Three Forks Schools) serving approximately 600 K-12 students across elementary, middle, and high school. The high school graduation rate is about 87%. Bachelor’s degree attainment among adults is around 26%. The schools offer programs in STEM, arts, and athletics, and receive a 7/10 rating from GreatSchools. School safety is a priority with strong protocols in place. Adult education opportunities are available through nearby institutions in Bozeman.

Three Forks, Gallatin County, MT, relies primarily on personal vehicle transportation, with about 86% of commuters driving alone and an average commute time of 28 minutes, slightly above the national average. Public transit usage is extremely low, under 1%, reflecting limited local transit infrastructure. Most households (over 93%) own at least one vehicle. The city is accessible via U.S. Highway 287 and close to Interstate 90. Major employment hubs are in Bozeman (30 miles away) and within local agriculture and service industries, influencing commuter flows primarily toward nearby larger cities.