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Montana Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, Montana has a total population of 1,105,072, with a median household income of $69,922, which is 11% lower the national average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.

Montana Quick Facts

Population 1,105,072
Median Household Income $69,922
Median Home Value $338,100
Poverty Rate 12.0%
Unemployment Rate 3.8%
Median Age 40.2 years
Homeownership Rate 69.4%
Affordability Ratio 4.8x
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.5%
High School Graduation 94.6%
Counties 56
Cities/Places 470
Population 1,105,072
Median Income $69,922 11% lower national
Poverty Rate 12.0%
Unemployment 3.8%

Economy & Housing

Employment

3.8% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%
62.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 69.4%
Renter 30.6%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

28out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 28 | National average: 60

Education

Largest Cities in Montana

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Billings city118,321$71,85510.6%
2Missoula city75,600$65,32912.8%
3Great Falls city60,412$63,93414.0%
4Bozeman city55,042$79,90314.8%
5Butte-Silver Bow (balance)34,929$57,63316.1%
6Helena city33,126$69,3419.1%
7Kalispell city26,830$61,59010.3%
8Belgrade city11,425$88,89612.6%
9Helena Valley Southeast CDP9,533$63,82413.9%
10Anaconda-Deer Lodge County9,512$49,53318.1%

Richest Cities in Montana

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1Helena Valley Northeast CDP$137,724$462,40047.0%
2Montana City CDP$125,223$519,10043.5%
3Clancy CDP$116,800$443,50041.9%
4Four Corners CDP$111,474$620,20056.9%
5Wheatland CDP$108,580$581,10033.2%
6King Arthur Park CDP$107,341$333,50029.8%
7Wye CDP$106,667$520,70048.0%
8Big Sky CDP$103,625$884,70058.3%
9Pray CDP$102,143$601,40032.3%
10Helena Valley Northwest CDP$101,278$358,60036.9%

Most Affordable Cities in Montana

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Crow Agency CDP1.8x$88,500$49,333
2Roundup city2.1x$118,300$57,632
3Colstrip city2.3x$193,700$86,000
4Malta city2.3x$139,000$59,449
5Hardin city2.4x$142,800$60,463
6Plentywood city2.4x$148,800$62,163
7Glendive city2.5x$176,900$71,063
8Baker city2.5x$198,800$78,971
9Wolf Point city2.6x$124,600$48,750
10Sun Prairie CDP2.6x$156,800$61,004

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All Counties in Montana (56)

56 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Yellowstone County167,340$74,40010.2%$317,600
Gallatin County122,194$87,45410.2%$604,900
Missoula County119,639$71,24610.9%$423,100
Flathead County108,445$71,3279.6%$467,700
Cascade County84,601$66,20313.2%$243,300
Lewis and Clark County72,580$74,5438.7%$358,200
Ravalli County45,807$71,3238.3%$435,000
Silver Bow County35,589$57,50416.2%$223,500
Lake County32,073$61,96517.7%$369,200
Lincoln County20,656$47,01816.2%$258,700
Park County17,484$66,60713.1%$429,700
Hill County16,260$55,31319.7%$187,600
Glacier County13,713$45,12930.3%$153,400
Big Horn County12,963$56,68023.6%$148,200
Sanders County12,936$54,03515.1%$323,800
Jefferson County12,501$76,5766.3%$408,000
Custer County11,938$63,58511.7%$204,200
Fergus County11,581$59,73114.9%$202,700
Richland County11,329$69,5787.1%$259,000
Carbon County10,877$71,0178.5%$379,300
Roosevelt County10,665$53,12530.6%$119,400
Beaverhead County9,590$58,07214.7%$282,000
Deer Lodge County9,512$49,53318.1%$209,700
Stillwater County9,052$81,5038.3%$355,600
Madison County8,975$67,4206.8%$440,500
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All Cities & Places in Montana (470)

470 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Billings city118,321$71,85510.6%$311,800
Missoula city75,600$65,32912.8%$427,400
Great Falls city60,412$63,93414.0%$237,400
Bozeman city55,042$79,90314.8%$614,900
Butte-Silver Bow (balance)34,929$57,63316.1%$225,100
Helena city33,126$69,3419.1%$355,100
Kalispell city26,830$61,59010.3%$381,400
Belgrade city11,425$88,89612.6%$469,600
Helena Valley Southeast CDP9,533$63,82413.9%$308,000
Anaconda-Deer Lodge County9,512$49,53318.1%$209,700
Havre city9,333$58,00016.4%$197,600
Evergreen CDP8,908$73,01511.9%$271,700
Livingston city8,635$65,18715.2%$348,700
Whitefish city8,422$71,1108.9%$648,200
Miles City city8,412$60,73212.7%$182,700
Helena Valley West Central CDP8,224$89,0404.9%$352,800
Lockwood CDP7,474$74,45114.3%$250,900
Laurel city7,198$66,38212.3%$232,700
Sidney city6,235$62,9928.6%$249,100
Lewistown city6,028$44,19520.6%$159,500
Four Corners CDP5,562$111,4746.4%$620,200
Columbia Falls city5,531$65,31316.1%$346,700
Polson city5,334$51,46320.0%$321,000
Orchard Homes CDP5,280$68,6499.7%$473,100
Bigfork CDP5,249$82,6486.2%$614,300
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Population Overview

Montana has a total population of 1,105,072, making it a smaller state in the nation. The median age is 40.2 years, 4% higher the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Montana is 40.2 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Montana is $69,922. This is 11% lower than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $338,100. Housing costs are 11% higher than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 69.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Montana is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.4%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.4%) is well below the state average of 19.0%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 5.8%.

Education

34.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.6%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Montana?

Montana has a total population of 1,105,072 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Montana?

The median household income in Montana is $69,922, which is 11% lower the national median of $78,538.

How many cities are in Montana?

Montana has 470 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 56 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Montana?

The poverty rate in Montana is 12.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Montana?

The largest city in Montana is Billings city with a population of 118,321.