Wolf Point Public RecordsMontana

Wolf Point, located in Roosevelt County, MT, has 3 main public schools: Northside Elementary, Southside Elementary, and Wolf Point Junior/Senior High School, serving around 800 students district-wide. The high school graduation rate is about 86%. Opportunities for bachelor’s degrees exist through local partnerships with Fort Peck Community College. School district test scores average below the state median. Adult education and GED programs are available locally. School safety measures include secure entry and anti-bullying initiatives. Educational programs emphasize Native American culture and STEM.

Wolf Point, located in Roosevelt County, Montana, had a 2020 population of approximately 2,400. The city’s residents are about 54% Native American and 37% White, with the remainder comprising other races and ethnicities. The median age is around 33 years. Females make up about 51% of the population, while males account for 49%. Wolf Point's demographic profile reflects its position as a cultural and economic center within the Fort Peck Indian Reservation.

Wolf Point, Roosevelt County, MT has a homeownership rate of about 61%, while 39% rent. The median home value is approximately $137,000, with average monthly rents around $680. Property values have seen modest growth, rising roughly 5% in the past year. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes, with some apartments and older homes in established neighborhoods like the east and west sides. Property tax rates are near 1.1%, amounting to an average annual tax bill of about $1,500. The market is stable, making Wolf Point affordable compared to the national average.

Wolf Point, Roosevelt County, MT, primarily relies on personal vehicles for transportation, with over 85% of residents commuting by car and vehicle ownership rates exceeding 90%. The average one-way commute time is approximately 14 minutes, notably shorter than the national average. Public transit options are limited, though the local Fort Peck Transit service offers minimal scheduled routes. The city features access to U.S. Highway 2 and an Amtrak station. Major employment hubs include healthcare, education, and local government, all located within city limits, contributing to short commute distances for most workers.

Wolf Point, the largest city in Roosevelt County, Montana, is primarily served by the Roosevelt Medical Center and Northeast Montana Health Services – Wolf Point Clinic, offering emergency and primary care. As of 2023, healthcare access remains limited: Roosevelt County has about 2 physicians and 8 registered nurses per 1,000 residents. Nearly 20% of residents lack health insurance, compared to Montana’s 11% average. The population is 54% Native American, facing higher rates of diabetes, heart disease, and substance use disorders. Transportation barriers and provider shortages further challenge healthcare access for Wolf Point’s approximately 2,517 residents.