Elliston, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elliston, Montana had a total population of 182, the 260th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $53,125, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Elliston Quick Facts
How Elliston 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 | 208 | 182 | -12.5% |
| Median household income | $41,719 | $53,125 | +27.3% |
| Median home value | $248,300 | $300,000 | +20.8% |
How Elliston 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+)
Elliston Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Powell County
Cities Similar to Elliston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York | 182 | N/A | $423,700 | 40.7% | 0.0% |
| Big Arm | 190 | N/A | N/A | 8.9% | 50.0% |
| Craig | 172 | N/A | N/A | 9.1% | 17.4% |
| St. Mary | 193 | N/A | N/A | 38.2% | 61.9% |
| Lodge Pole | 170 | N/A | N/A | 13.2% | 32.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 182, Elliston'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
Elliston is a small community located in Montana, within Powell County. The total population is 182. It ranks as the 260th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elliston is 49.5 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elliston is $53,125. This is 27% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $300,000. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 68.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Elliston has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents.
Education
22.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elliston, 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 Elliston, Montana?
Elliston, Montana has a population of 182 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elliston, MT?
The median household income in Elliston is $53,125, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elliston, MT?
The poverty rate in Elliston is 6.6%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elliston, Montana?
Elliston's population is 91.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elliston, MT?
The median home value in Elliston is $300,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.
How educated is Elliston, Montana?
22.9% of adults (25+) in Elliston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.