Bridger town, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bridger town, Montana Demographics
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As of 2026, Bridger town, Montana has a total population of 850, the 115th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $35,893, which is 49% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 49% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 8.1% is notably above the national average.

Bridger town Quick Facts

Population 850

Median Household Income $35,893

Median Home Value $232,900

Poverty Rate 16.6%

Unemployment Rate 8.1%

Median Age 40.6 years

Homeownership Rate 67.5%

Affordability Ratio 6.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.6%

High School Graduation Rate 95.4%

Diversity Index 14/100

Population 850 115th of 470

Median Income $35,893 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 16.6% 33% higher national

Median Home Value $232,900 average

How Bridger town Compares

Median Household Income

Bridger town

$35,893

$69,922

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bridger town

$232,900

$338,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 38.2%

$25K-$50K 20.6%

$50K-$100K 19.7%

$100K+ 21.5%

Employment

8.1% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%

63.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.5%

Renter 32.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.7%

18-34

26.7%

35-54

19.2%

55-74

28.6%

75+

5.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Bridger town Rankings in Montana

#115 Population of 470

#312 Median Income of 470

#351 Education of 470

#163 Home Value of 470

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Cities Similar to Bridger town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Havre North CDP	880	$36,695	$125,600	3.5%	45.8%
Rocky Boy West CDP	905	N/A	$81,700	2.4%	37.9%
Troy city	906	$36,641	$182,100	10.6%	31.3%
Lincoln CDP	868	$45,912	$286,200	27.7%	4.6%
Ashland CDP	956	$39,429	$137,500	13.0%	28.8%

Population Overview

Bridger town is a small community located in Montana. The total population is 850. It ranks as the 115th most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bridger town is 40.6 years. This is about average than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bridger town is $35,893. This is 49% lower than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 54% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 38% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 8.1%. This is 116% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $232,900. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $338,100. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.5x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 67.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Bridger town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.7%.

Education

10.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% lower 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 95.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bridger town, 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 Bridger town, Montana?

Bridger town, Montana has a population of 850 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bridger town, MT?

The median household income in Bridger town is $35,893, which is 54% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bridger town, MT?

The poverty rate in Bridger town is 16.6%. This means approximately 141 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bridger town, Montana?

Bridger town's population is 92.5% White, 0.0% Black, 2.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bridger town, MT?

The median home value in Bridger town is $232,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.5x.

How educated is Bridger town, Montana?

10.6% of adults (25+) in Bridger town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.