Emigrant CDP, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Emigrant CDP, Montana Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 37.2% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Emigrant CDP, Montana has a total population of 387, the 177th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $44,375, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 37.2%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (37.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
61.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Montana.

Emigrant CDP Quick Facts

Population 387

Median Household Income $44,375

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 37.2%

Unemployment Rate 5.8%

Median Age 55.1 years

Homeownership Rate 74.9%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 61.0%

High School Graduation Rate 94.3%

Diversity Index 0/100

Population 387 177th of 470

Median Income $44,375 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 37.2% 199% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Emigrant CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Emigrant CDP

$44,375

$69,922

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$338,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 33.5%

$25K-$50K 27.2%

$50K-$100K 14.7%

$100K+ 24.6%

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%

42.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 74.9%

Renter 25.1%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

5.2%

18-34

34.1%

35-54

9.8%

55-74

40.3%

75+

10.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 28 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Emigrant CDP Rankings in Montana

#177 Population of 470

#273 Median Income of 470

#20 Education of 470

N/A Home Value of 470

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Cities Similar to Emigrant CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Glacier Colony CDP	390	N/A	N/A	0.0%	62.6%
Kila CDP	406	N/A	$355,600	36.1%	25.4%
Rockvale CDP	413	N/A	N/A	12.3%	6.5%
Ekalaka town	366	$45,417	$118,300	11.9%	20.1%
Sangrey CDP	400	$40,357	N/A	14.7%	24.8%

Population Overview

Emigrant CDP is a small community located in Montana. The total population is 387. It ranks as the 177th most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Emigrant CDP is 55.1 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 5.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 10.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Emigrant CDP is $44,375. This is 37% lower than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 43% lower. The poverty rate stands at 37.2%. This is 209% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 53% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. 74.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Emigrant CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 100.0% of all residents.

Education

61.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Emigrant CDP in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 77% higher than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Emigrant CDP, Montana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Montana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 470 Census-designated places in Montana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Emigrant CDP, Montana?

Emigrant CDP, Montana has a population of 387 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Emigrant CDP, MT?

The median household income in Emigrant CDP is $44,375, which is 43% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Emigrant CDP, MT?

The poverty rate in Emigrant CDP is 37.2%. This means approximately 144 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Emigrant CDP, Montana?

Emigrant CDP's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Emigrant CDP, MT?

The median home value in Emigrant CDP is N/A.

How educated is Emigrant CDP, Montana?

61.0% of adults (25+) in Emigrant CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.