Denton, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Denton, Montana had a total population of 193, the 253rd largest town in Montana, with a median household income of $56,667, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Denton Quick Facts
How Denton 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 | 198 | 193 | -2.5% |
| Median household income | $57,500 | $56,667 | -1.4% |
| Median home value | $118,800 | $157,800 | +32.8% |
How Denton 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+)
Denton 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 |
| 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 |
| Deerfield Colony | 34 | N/A | 69.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Denton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary | 193 | N/A | N/A | 38.2% | 61.9% |
| Big Arm | 190 | N/A | N/A | 8.9% | 50.0% |
| Twin Bridges | 201 | $57,188 | $236,800 | 26.9% | 11.9% |
| McAllister | 202 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Maxville | 203 | N/A | N/A | 17.6% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 193, Denton'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
Denton is a small community located in Montana, within Fergus County. The total population is 193. It ranks as the 253rd most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Denton is 63.8 years. This is 58% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 14.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Denton is $56,667. This is 22% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 41% 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 $157,800. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $375,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Denton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Denton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 4.6%.
Education
24.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 97.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Denton, 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 Denton, Montana?
Denton, Montana has a population of 193 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Denton, MT?
The median household income in Denton is $56,667, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Denton, MT?
The poverty rate in Denton is 6.7%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Denton, Montana?
Denton's population is 93.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Denton, MT?
The median home value in Denton is $157,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Denton, Montana?
24.5% of adults (25+) in Denton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.