Busby CDP, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Busby CDP is a small community located in Montana. The total population is 483. It ranks as the 158th most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Busby CDP is 35.4 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. With 31.9% of the population under 18, Busby CDP has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Busby CDP is $62,222. This is 11% lower than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 25% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 18.8%. This is 399% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $96,200. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $338,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Busby CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Busby CDP is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 5.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (5.6%) is well below the state average of 84.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (7.0% vs 4.4%).

Education

28.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 98.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Busby CDP, 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.