Whitefish

Whitefish, Montana Overview

Whitefish ranks #2 of 20 cities in Montana, earning a A grade with a composite score of 61.6/100. The city stands out in Safety (86/100) and Transportation (72/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Whitefish

The median household income in Whitefish is $71,110, 2% below the statewide median of $72,340. Population grew 1% recently.

Safety in Whitefish

At 178.9 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Whitefish sits meaningfully below the Montana average of 377 — a 111% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1315.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Whitefish

The median home value is $648,200. Median monthly rent is $1,313. Renters spend 22.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 9.1x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Whitefish

The adult obesity rate in Whitefish is 29.6% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.2%. Residents average 14.6 poor mental health days per month. Montana ranks #20 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Whitefish

Whitefish’s high school graduation rate of 92% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 14.6:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,150. The city has 5 public schools serving 2,055 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Whitefish

The annual average temperature in Whitefish is 49.1°F. Summers average 70.2°F. Winters average 30.9°F. Annual precipitation is 21.2 inches. 21.2% of workers in Whitefish work from home, well above the national average. The average commute of 12.2 minutes is notably short.

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