Whitefish Public RecordsMontana

Whitefish, in Flathead County, MT, has 5 public schools, including Whitefish High School, which serves around 600 students with a graduation rate of 94%. The city’s public schools score an average of 8/10 (GreatSchools). Around 49% of Whitefish adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School programs include Advanced Placement, arts, and STEM. School safety measures meet state standards, and incidents are rare. Adult education and community classes are offered through Flathead Valley Community College’s outreach.

Whitefish city, located in Flathead County, Montana, had a 2022 estimated population of about 8,500. The median age is around 40 years. Approximately 51% of residents are male and 49% female. The racial composition is predominantly White (over 93%), with Hispanic or Latino (about 3%), Asian (1%), and small percentages of Native American, Black, and mixed races. Whitefish’s population is primarily non-Hispanic, reflecting limited ethnic diversity.

Whitefish, Flathead County, MT, is primarily served by Logan Health Whitefish, a 25-bed critical access hospital, and several clinics such as North Valley Professional Center. The city’s population (~8,700) is 96% White, median age 44. About 90% of residents have health insurance. Common health issues include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, mental health, and substance abuse. There are roughly 80 physicians per 100,000 residents, below the US average (210/100,000). Access to specialized care often requires travel to Kalispell. Providers include family medicine, pediatrics, and limited specialty services.

Whitefish, Flathead, MT, boasts a homeownership rate of about 60%, with median home values around $696,000 as of 2023, reflecting robust price growth. Median monthly rents stand near $1,600. Housing types range from charming downtown cottages and condos to larger mountain-view homes, with popular neighborhoods including Grouse Mountain Estates and the City Beach area. Property taxes average 0.83% of value, meaning annual taxes for a $700,000 home total around $5,810. The market remains competitive due to demand for vacation properties and proximity to Whitefish Lake and Whitefish Mountain Resort.

Whitefish, MT, features a predominantly car-dependent transportation system, with about 81% of residents commuting by private vehicle and only around 0.4% using public transit (2022 ACS). The average commute time is approximately 17 minutes. The city is served by U.S. Route 93 and has an Amtrak station for regional rail travel. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 90% of households having at least one vehicle. Major employment hubs include downtown businesses, the tourism sector around Whitefish Mountain Resort, and healthcare facilities, supporting the city's workforce commuting patterns.