Acton, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Acton, Montana had a total population of 87, the 336th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $36,042, which is 50% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 40.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 50% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (40.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 28.6% is notably above the national average.
Acton Quick Facts
How Acton Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 56 | 87 | +55.4% |
| Median household income | $36,563 | $36,042 | -1.4% |
How Acton Compares
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Household Income Distribution
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 29 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Acton Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Yellowstone County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings | 119,434 | $73,712 | 9.8% | $343,400 |
| Laurel | 7,215 | $68,474 | 10.0% | $235,100 |
| Lockwood | 7,181 | $75,700 | 10.7% | $235,400 |
| Huntley | 455 | $94,821 | 0.0% | $233,600 |
| Worden | 416 | N/A | 3.1% | N/A |
| Shepherd | 353 | $80,125 | 4.8% | $114,400 |
| Ballantine | 262 | N/A | 0.0% | $284,000 |
| Custer | 199 | $82,500 | 20.1% | $137,500 |
| Broadview | 175 | $78,438 | 8.0% | $165,600 |
| Nibbe | 62 | N/A | 24.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Acton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martinsdale | 86 | N/A | N/A | 31.4% | 45.4% |
| Fishtail | 89 | N/A | $381,300 | 51.2% | 0.0% |
| Blackfoot | 85 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Vida | 83 | $34,034 | $110,800 | 10.7% | 1.2% |
| Argenta | 94 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 87, Acton's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Acton is a small community located in Montana, within Yellowstone County. The total population is 87. It ranks as the 336th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Acton is 17.6 years. This is 56% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 55.2% of the population under 18, Acton has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Acton is $36,042. This is 50% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 55% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 40.2%. This is 250% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 28.6%. This is 689% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. 3.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 94% lower than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Acton was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
12.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Acton, Montana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Montana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 475 Census-designated places in Montana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Acton, Montana?
Acton, Montana has a population of 87 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Acton, MT?
The median household income in Acton is $36,042, which is 55% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Acton, MT?
The poverty rate in Acton is 40.2%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Acton, Montana?
Acton's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Acton, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Acton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Acton, Montana?
12.8% of adults (25+) in Acton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.