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Jordan vs Darby

Montana Town Comparison

Jordan
The Loneliest Town in America
Darby
Where the Bitterroot Begins

A side-by-side comparison to help you decide which Montana community is right for you.

OverviewJordanDarby
Population321783
Elevation2,608 ft3,885 ft
CountyGarfield CountyRavalli County
RegionEastern MontanaWestern Montana
Climate
January Avg High35°F38°F
January Avg Low19°F18°F
July Avg High87°F84°F
July Avg Low63°F50°F
Annual Precipitation12.8"22.6"
Annual Snowfall10.6"30.3"
Housing & Cost of Living (ACS 2019–2023)
Typical Home Value$213,442$540,903
Median Rent$835/mo$883/mo
Median Household Income$43,594$40,943
Access & Education
Nearest AirportGlasgow (76 mi)Missoula (74 mi)
Zip Code5933759829
School DistrictGarfield County SchoolsDarby Public Schools
Enrollment~80~300

Outdoor Recreation & Attractions (within 30 mi)

Jordan: 6 sites | Darby: 178 sites

CategoryJordanDarby
Campground28
📍 Disc Golf3
🐟 Fishing Access18
Golf2
📜 Historic Site13
♨️ Hot Spring3
🏞️ Lake150
🏛️ Museum15
🌲 National Forest1
📍 Nature Reserve23
🎣 River1
⛷️ Ski Area1
🌳 State Park11
🥾 Trailhead47
👀 Viewpoint5
💧 Waterfall6
🏕️ Wilderness1
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