Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 65% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 373 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 157 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 201 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 152 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 575 (39.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,107 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $200,700 ▼ 28% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $739/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,131 |
| Vacant Units | 218 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chinook is a city in Montana, located in Blaine County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 2,281 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 40.4 years.
Economically, Chinook is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $74,107 is near the national average. Approximately 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 1.7%, well below the national average.
The real estate market in Chinook is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $200,700, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $739 per month. Homeownership is high at 72.8%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Chinook is well-educated. 49.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is primarily White (89.04%).
Chinook, MT offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Montana.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59523 | 2,281 | $74,107 | $200,700 | $739 | 1.7% | 49.9% | 72.8% |