Boneau, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boneau, Montana had a total population of 277, the 211th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $43,056, which is 41% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Boneau Quick Facts
How Boneau 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 | 284 | 277 | -2.5% |
How Boneau Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
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+)
Boneau Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Chouteau County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Benton | 1,474 | $67,188 | 3.0% | $247,600 |
| Big Sandy | 784 | $60,521 | 8.6% | $187,500 |
| Geraldine | 317 | $43,036 | 24.3% | $106,300 |
| Highwood | 205 | $85,500 | 6.8% | $200,000 |
| Loma | 73 | $51,227 | 13.7% | $112,300 |
| Carter | 60 | N/A | 28.3% | $111,400 |
| Twin Hills Colony | 48 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Square Butte | 28 | $48,500 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Floweree | 18 | $123,125 | 5.6% | $416,700 |
Cities Similar to Boneau
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmo | 290 | N/A | N/A | 38.1% | 11.7% |
| Ballantine | 262 | N/A | $284,000 | 5.7% | 0.0% |
| Ryegate | 273 | $46,786 | $147,500 | 11.7% | 26.0% |
| Dixon | 281 | $48,333 | $234,400 | 29.9% | 28.5% |
| Parker School | 307 | N/A | $93,700 | 49.5% | 12.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 277, Boneau'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
Boneau is a small community located in Montana, within Chouteau County. The total population is 277. It ranks as the 211th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boneau is 34.4 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boneau is $43,056. This is 41% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 47% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.7%. This is 88% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Boneau, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 25.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 63% lower than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Boneau is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 1.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (1.4% vs 0.4%).
Education
10.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 50.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boneau, 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 Boneau, Montana?
Boneau, Montana has a population of 277 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boneau, MT?
The median household income in Boneau is $43,056, which is 47% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boneau, MT?
The poverty rate in Boneau is 21.7%. This means approximately 60 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boneau, Montana?
Boneau's population is 0.0% White, 1.4% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boneau, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Boneau — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Boneau, Montana?
10.9% of adults (25+) in Boneau hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.