Columbus town, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Columbus town, Montana Demographics
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As of 2026, Columbus town, Montana has a total population of 1,925, the 59th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $62,500, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.7%.

Columbus town Quick Facts

Population 1,925

Median Household Income $62,500

Median Home Value $264,000

Poverty Rate 12.7%

Unemployment Rate 4.3%

Median Age 46.0 years

Homeownership Rate 71.6%

Affordability Ratio 4.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.6%

High School Graduation Rate 93.3%

Diversity Index 14/100

Population 1,925 59th of 470

Median Income $62,500 average

Poverty Rate 12.7% 2% higher national

Median Home Value $264,000 average

How Columbus town Compares

Median Household Income

Columbus town

$62,500

$69,922

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Columbus town

$264,000

$338,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.1%

$25K-$50K 27.7%

$50K-$100K 25.8%

$100K+ 30.4%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%

62.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.6%

Renter 28.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.7%

18-34

17.6%

35-54

23.5%

55-74

26.4%

75+

11.8%

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+)

Columbus town Rankings in Montana

#59 Population of 470

#157 Median Income of 470

#234 Education of 470

#136 Home Value of 470

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Cities Similar to Columbus town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Malta city	1,902	$59,449	$139,000	27.5%	10.9%
South Browning CDP	1,852	N/A	N/A	7.1%	51.5%
Roundup city	1,964	$57,632	$118,300	13.4%	14.5%
West Glendive CDP	1,968	$57,743	$179,700	19.9%	7.8%
East Missoula CDP	2,072	$65,541	$323,900	34.5%	8.4%

Population Overview

Columbus town is a small community located in Montana. The total population is 1,925. It ranks as the 59th most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Columbus town is 46.0 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. 11.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Columbus town is $62,500. This is 11% lower than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.7%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $264,000. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $338,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 71.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Columbus town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.5%.

Education

20.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 93.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Columbus 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 Columbus town, Montana?

Columbus town, Montana has a population of 1,925 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Columbus town is $62,500, which is 20% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Columbus town, MT?

The poverty rate in Columbus town is 12.7%. This means approximately 239 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Columbus town, Montana?

Columbus town's population is 92.7% White, 0.0% Black, 3.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

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

The median home value in Columbus town is $264,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

How educated is Columbus town, Montana?

20.6% of adults (25+) in Columbus town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.