Belgrade city, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Belgrade city, Montana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Belgrade city, Montana has a total population of 11,425, the 8th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $88,896, which is 27% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.6%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.

Belgrade city Quick Facts

Population 11,425

Median Household Income $88,896

Median Home Value $469,600

Poverty Rate 12.6%

Unemployment Rate 2.5%

Median Age 33.2 years

Homeownership Rate 55.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 37.4%

High School Graduation Rate 96.4%

Diversity Index 25/100

Population 11,425 8th of 470

Median Income $88,896 top 20%

Poverty Rate 12.6% 1% higher national

Median Home Value $469,600 top 20%

How Belgrade city Compares

Median Household Income

Belgrade city

$88,896

$69,922

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Belgrade city

$469,600

$338,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.5%

$25K-$50K 14.1%

$50K-$100K 30.6%

$100K+ 44.7%

Employment

2.5% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%

77.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.5%

Renter 44.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.7%

18-34

27.9%

35-54

28.3%

55-74

16.1%

75+

2.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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

State average: 28 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Belgrade city Rankings in Montana

#8 Population of 470

#53 Median Income of 470

#88 Education of 470

#46 Home Value of 470

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Cities Similar to Belgrade city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Helena Valley West Central CDP	8,224	$89,040	$352,800	39.7%	4.9%
Helena Valley Southeast CDP	9,533	$63,824	$308,000	21.7%	13.9%
Evergreen CDP	8,908	$73,015	$271,700	25.5%	11.9%
Havre city	9,333	$58,000	$197,600	30.9%	16.4%
Whitefish city	8,422	$71,110	$648,200	56.5%	8.9%

Population Overview

Belgrade city is a small city located in Montana. The total population is 11,425. It ranks as the 8th most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Belgrade city is 33.2 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Belgrade city is $88,896. This is 27% higher than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% higher. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $469,600. Housing costs are 39% higher than the state median of $338,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 55.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Belgrade city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 0.5%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 0.8%.

Education

37.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Belgrade city, Montana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Montana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 470 Census-designated places in Montana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Belgrade city, Montana?

Belgrade city, Montana has a population of 11,425 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Belgrade city, MT?

The median household income in Belgrade city is $88,896, which is 13% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Belgrade city, MT?

The poverty rate in Belgrade city is 12.6%. This means approximately 1,436 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Belgrade city, Montana?

Belgrade city's population is 86.2% White, 0.1% Black, 6.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Belgrade city, MT?

The median home value in Belgrade city is $469,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.

How educated is Belgrade city, Montana?

37.4% of adults (25+) in Belgrade city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.