Deerfield Colony, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Deerfield Colony, Montana had a total population of 34, the 412th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 69.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (69.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Deerfield Colony Quick Facts
How Deerfield Colony 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 | 20 | 34 | +70.0% |
How Deerfield Colony Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Employment
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 29 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Deerfield Colony Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Fergus County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewistown | 6,087 | $48,750 | 20.9% | $198,400 |
| Lewistown Heights | 488 | $89,931 | 6.2% | $314,300 |
| Winifred | 263 | $78,393 | 4.7% | $120,000 |
| Moore | 224 | $49,792 | 22.3% | $183,000 |
| Denton | 193 | $56,667 | 6.7% | $157,800 |
| Roy | 129 | $51,875 | 36.5% | N/A |
| Grass Range | 125 | $20,000 | 39.2% | N/A |
| Coffee Creek | 61 | $85,833 | 0.0% | $276,700 |
| Warm Spring Creek | 46 | N/A | 30.4% | N/A |
| King Ranch Colony | 38 | N/A | 44.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Deerfield Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camas | 34 | $23,750 | $115,600 | 20.6% | 32.4% |
| Elkhorn | 34 | N/A | N/A | 50.0% | 0.0% |
| Radersburg | 35 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 51.4% |
| Musselshell | 36 | N/A | N/A | 36.1% | 33.3% |
| Shawmut | 36 | N/A | N/A | 24.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 34, Deerfield Colony'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
Deerfield Colony is a small community located in Montana, within Fergus County. The total population is 34. It ranks as the 412th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Deerfield Colony is 23.9 years. This is 41% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 32.4% of the population under 18, Deerfield Colony has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 69.6%. This is 504% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Deerfield Colony, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Deerfield Colony is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.7% of the population.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Deerfield Colony, 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 Deerfield Colony, Montana?
Deerfield Colony, Montana has a population of 34 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Deerfield Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Deerfield Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Deerfield Colony, MT?
The poverty rate in Deerfield Colony is 69.6%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Deerfield Colony, Montana?
Deerfield Colony's population is 67.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Deerfield Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Deerfield Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Deerfield Colony, Montana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Deerfield Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.