Sidney

Sidney, Montana Overview

Sidney scores 53.5/100 overall (B), ranking #14 of 20 cities in Montana — below the state composite of 71.1. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 72/100, while Growth lags at 29/100.

Income & Employment in Sidney

The median household income in Sidney is $62,992, 13% below the statewide median of $72,340. Population declined 0.6%.

Safety in Sidney

With a violent crime rate of 543.6 per 100,000, Sidney exceeds the Montana average of 377. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 576.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Sidney

The median home value is $249,100. Median monthly rent is $890. Renters spend 17.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Sidney

The adult obesity rate in Sidney is 38%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.6%. Residents report an average of 17.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Montana ranks #20 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Sidney

Sidney has a high school graduation rate of 87%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,969. The city has 6 public schools serving 1,307 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Sidney

Winters in Sidney are cold, averaging 22.2°F. Summers average 68.5°F. Winters average 22.2°F. Annual precipitation is 18 inches.

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