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Jordan vs Pinesdale

Montana Town Comparison

Jordan
The Loneliest Town in America
Pinesdale
The Bitterroot Valley Haven

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

OverviewJordanPinesdale
Population321833
Elevation2,608 ft4,003 ft
CountyGarfield CountyRavalli County
RegionEastern MontanaWestern Montana
Climate
January Avg High35°F37°F
January Avg Low19°F21°F
July Avg High87°F81°F
July Avg Low63°F53°F
Annual Precipitation12.8"25.9"
Annual Snowfall10.6"24.2"
Housing & Cost of Living (ACS 2019–2023)
Typical Home Value$213,442$198,100
Median Rent$835/mo$1,292/mo
Median Household Income$43,594$70,694
Access & Education
Nearest AirportGlasgow (76 mi)Missoula (49 mi)
Zip Code5933759841
School DistrictGarfield County SchoolsPinesdale School District
Enrollment~80~80

Outdoor Recreation & Attractions (within 30 mi)

Jordan: 6 sites | Pinesdale: 176 sites

CategoryJordanPinesdale
Campground25
📍 Disc Golf3
🐟 Fishing Access23
Golf2
📜 Historic Site13
♨️ Hot Spring1
🏞️ Lake151
🏛️ Museum17
🌲 National Forest1
📍 Nature Reserve26
🎣 River1
🌳 State Park12
🥾 Trailhead41
👀 Viewpoint4
💧 Waterfall4
🏕️ Wilderness1
🦅 Wildlife Refuge1
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