Deer Lodge, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Deer Lodge, Montana had a total population of 3,021, the 40th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $60,302, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Deer Lodge Quick Facts
How Deer Lodge 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 | 3,035 | 3,021 | -0.5% |
| Median household income | $53,676 | $60,302 | +12.3% |
| Median home value | $196,400 | $247,600 | +26.1% |
How Deer Lodge Compares
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Deer Lodge Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Powell County
Cities Similar to Deer Lodge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby | 3,216 | $58,413 | $232,700 | 19.5% | 13.8% |
| Cut Bank | 3,028 | $49,432 | $164,100 | 16.6% | 18.9% |
| Hardin | 3,742 | $60,423 | $147,100 | 20.5% | 7.2% |
| Wolf Point | 2,602 | $52,868 | $118,600 | 11.9% | 23.3% |
| Red Lodge | 2,502 | $55,750 | $380,700 | 46.3% | 6.7% |
Population Overview
Deer Lodge is a small community located in Montana, within Powell County. The total population is 3,021. It ranks as the 40th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Deer Lodge is 49.8 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Deer Lodge is $60,302. This is 17% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $247,600. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 68.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Deer Lodge has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.9% vs 0.8%).
Education
23.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 95.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Deer Lodge, 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 Deer Lodge, Montana?
Deer Lodge, Montana has a population of 3,021 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Deer Lodge, MT?
The median household income in Deer Lodge is $60,302, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Deer Lodge, MT?
The poverty rate in Deer Lodge is 7.2%. This means approximately 203 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Deer Lodge, Montana?
Deer Lodge's population is 90.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Deer Lodge, MT?
The median home value in Deer Lodge is $247,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Deer Lodge, Montana?
23.8% of adults (25+) in Deer Lodge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.