Living in Roberts, Montana

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Roberts · Census data 2020–2024

Roberts has 191 residents with a median age of 29.1. The median household income is $95,917 (32% higher than the Montana median), the median rent is $1,375/month.

Roberts is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Roberts at a glance

Population
191
Median age
29.1State: 40.4
Median household income
$95,917State: $72,509
Median rent
$1,375/moState: $1,081
Homeowners
40%
Bachelor's degree or higher
15.6%
Average commute
32 min

Is Roberts a good place to live?

Pros: Median household income 32% higher than the Montana median.

Cons: An average commute of 32 minutes; unemployment of 35%; a poverty rate of 19.4%.

The weather is best in June to September.

Cost of living in Roberts

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Roberts the median home value is —. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month, which is 23.2% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $1,875 a month in housing costs.

Median home value

Montana$375,800
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

Roberts$1,375
Montana$1,081
United States$1,413

Roberts median household income

The median household income in Roberts is $95,917 and the income per person is $30,640. 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line (Montana: 11.5%).

Median household income

Roberts$95,917
Montana$72,509
United States$80,734

Housing in Roberts: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
96
Owner-occupied
40%
Renter-occupied
60%
Vacant
42.7%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1975
Average household size
3.47

42.7% of homes are vacant most of the year, a sign that Roberts has many vacation and second homes.

Roberts demographics

Population
191
Median age
29.1
Under 18
29.3%
65 and older
7.9%
Households
55
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
0%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White86.4%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black0%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Roberts ›

Education in Roberts

15.6% of adults 25 and older in Roberts have a bachelor's degree or higher (Montana: 35.2%), and 0% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Roberts15.6%
Montana35.2%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Roberts

Unemployment rate
35%State: 3.6%
Average commute
32 minState: 19 min
Work from home
9.2%
Drive alone
50%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
0%
Homes with broadband
98.2%

Roberts vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Roberts191$95,917—$1,375
Red Lodge2,502$55,750$380,700$717
Bridger788$42,891$250,000$753
Fromberg438$64,500$212,500$983
Joliet613$77,396$235,500$718
Belfry231$102,823——
Montaqua145$124,250$467,700—
Absarokee926$77,143$292,000$927

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Living in Roberts: FAQ

What is the median household income in Roberts, MT?

The median household income in Roberts is $95,917, 32% higher than the Montana median of $72,509 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How much is rent in Roberts?

The median gross rent in Roberts is $1,375 per month, about 23.2% of household income.

Is Roberts, MT a good place to live?

Pluses: median household income 32% higher than the Montana median. Minuses: an average commute of 32 minutes; unemployment of 35%; a poverty rate of 19.4%.

What is the median age in Roberts?

The median age in Roberts is 29.1 years (Montana: 40.4).

How long is the commute in Roberts?

The average commute to work in Roberts is 32 minutes; 9.2% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in Roberts?

The unemployment rate in Roberts is 35% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Roberts?

15.6% of adults in Roberts have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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