Drummond, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Drummond, Montana had a total population of 277, the 211th largest town in Montana, with a median household income of $58,456, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Drummond Quick Facts
How Drummond 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 | 255 | 277 | +8.6% |
| Median household income | $44,375 | $58,456 | +31.7% |
| Median home value | $210,000 | $245,600 | +17.0% |
How Drummond 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+)
Drummond Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Granite County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philipsburg | 754 | $29,773 | 16.4% | $307,600 |
| Maxville | 203 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Hall | 64 | $46,985 | 12.7% | $275,000 |
Cities Similar to Drummond
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmo | 290 | N/A | N/A | 38.1% | 11.7% |
| Stanford | 268 | $56,875 | $207,800 | 27.6% | 14.2% |
| Dutton | 268 | $60,987 | $139,500 | 24.3% | 6.0% |
| Ballantine | 262 | N/A | $284,000 | 5.7% | 0.0% |
| East Glacier Park Village | 271 | $53,182 | $194,300 | 52.6% | 9.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 277, Drummond'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
Drummond is a small community located in Montana, within Granite County. The total population is 277. It ranks as the 211th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Drummond is 60.0 years. This is 49% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 14.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Drummond is $58,456. This is 19% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 96% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $245,600. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 78.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Drummond has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 83.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Drummond, 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 Drummond, Montana?
Drummond, Montana has a population of 277 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Drummond, MT?
The median household income in Drummond is $58,456, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Drummond, MT?
The poverty rate in Drummond is 12.3%. This means approximately 34 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Drummond, Montana?
Drummond's population is 94.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Drummond, MT?
The median home value in Drummond is $245,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.
How educated is Drummond, Montana?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Drummond hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.