Edgar, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Edgar, Montana had a total population of 60, the 374th largest community in Montana. 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
- Only 5.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 39.6% is notably above the national average.
Edgar Quick Facts
How Edgar 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 | 79 | 60 | -24.1% |
| Median home value | $235,700 | $247,200 | +4.9% |
How Edgar 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+)
Edgar Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Carbon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge | 2,502 | $55,750 | 6.7% | $380,700 |
| Bridger | 788 | $42,891 | 15.0% | $250,000 |
| Joliet | 613 | $77,396 | 14.0% | $235,500 |
| Fromberg | 438 | $64,500 | 13.5% | $212,500 |
| Rockvale | 350 | N/A | 6.9% | N/A |
| Belfry | 231 | $102,823 | 34.2% | N/A |
| Roberts | 191 | $95,917 | 19.4% | N/A |
| Montaqua | 145 | $124,250 | 2.1% | $467,700 |
| Bearcreek | 88 | $115,000 | 3.4% | $204,200 |
| Fox | 80 | N/A | 0.0% | $765,600 |
Cities Similar to Edgar
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter | 60 | N/A | $111,400 | 7.3% | 28.3% |
| Jeffers | 60 | N/A | N/A | 43.3% | 13.3% |
| Coffee Creek | 61 | $85,833 | $276,700 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
| Jackson | 61 | N/A | N/A | 64.9% | 16.4% |
| Gildford Colony | 59 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 71.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 60, Edgar'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
Edgar is a small community located in Montana, within Carbon County. The total population is 60. It ranks as the 374th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Edgar is 58.0 years. This is 44% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 39.6%. This is 993% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $247,200. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $375,800. 58.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Edgar was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
5.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 86% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. 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 Edgar, 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 Edgar, Montana?
Edgar, Montana has a population of 60 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Edgar, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Edgar — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Edgar, MT?
The poverty rate in Edgar is 6.7%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Edgar, Montana?
Edgar's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Edgar, MT?
The median home value in Edgar is $247,200.
How educated is Edgar, Montana?
5.0% of adults (25+) in Edgar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.