Toole County
City in Montana, United States
Overview
Toole County is a rural gem in northern Montana, best known for its expansive plains, agricultural roots, and close-knit communities. Centered around Shelby, the county blends small-town hospitality with a rich railroad and farming heritage, serving as a gateway to the Canadian border and scenic drives.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Montana
Population
4,971
Time Zone
America/Denver
Coordinates
48.66°, -111.70°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,905
Local Cost
$1,200
Local Income
$2,800
Cashless
55
English
100
Temperature
6.5°C
Summer Avg
19.2°C
Winter Avg
-5.2°C
Record High
40.2°C
Record Low
-31.6°C
Humidity
64%
Precipitation
380 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SBX
Distance
18 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.