Culbertson, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Culbertson, Montana had a total population of 567, the 145th largest town in Montana, with a median household income of $101,136, which is 39% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 39% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Montana.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Culbertson Quick Facts
How Culbertson 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 | 578 | 567 | -1.9% |
| Median household income | $103,750 | $101,136 | -2.5% |
| Median home value | $218,800 | $217,200 | -0.7% |
How Culbertson 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+)
Culbertson Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Roosevelt County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolf Point | 2,602 | $52,868 | 23.3% | $118,600 |
| Poplar | 635 | $43,438 | 34.5% | $95,000 |
| Brockton | 439 | N/A | 49.0% | $62,500 |
| Bainville | 334 | $92,917 | 0.6% | N/A |
| Froid | 324 | $72,000 | 3.8% | $102,800 |
Cities Similar to Culbertson
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindisfarne | 533 | N/A | $653,800 | 48.1% | 14.3% |
| Turah | 543 | $130,417 | $470,400 | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Jefferson City | 533 | $125,682 | N/A | 25.5% | 0.0% |
| Belt | 559 | $73,929 | $171,700 | 24.0% | 8.2% |
| West Kootenai | 494 | $93,869 | $270,000 | 8.9% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 567, Culbertson'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
Culbertson is a small community located in Montana, within Roosevelt County. The total population is 567. It ranks as the 145th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Culbertson is 44.3 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Culbertson is $101,136. This is 39% higher than the state median of $72,509. It is also 25% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 73% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $217,200. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $375,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Culbertson is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Culbertson has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 0.8%.
Education
31.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 98.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Culbertson, 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 Culbertson, Montana?
Culbertson, Montana has a population of 567 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Culbertson, MT?
The median household income in Culbertson is $101,136, which is 25% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Culbertson, MT?
The poverty rate in Culbertson is 10.3%. This means approximately 56 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Culbertson, Montana?
Culbertson's population is 85.0% White, 0.5% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Culbertson, MT?
The median home value in Culbertson is $217,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Culbertson, Montana?
31.3% of adults (25+) in Culbertson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.