Eureka town, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Eureka town, Montana Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 29.3% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Eureka town, Montana has a total population of 2,009, the 54th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $43,750, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 29.3%.

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 (29.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 7.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 8.1% is notably above the national average.

Eureka town Quick Facts

Population 2,009

Median Household Income $43,750

Median Home Value $172,300

Poverty Rate 29.3%

Unemployment Rate 8.1%

Median Age 37.7 years

Homeownership Rate 78.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.4%

High School Graduation Rate 88.5%

Diversity Index 22/100

Population 2,009 54th of 470

Median Income $43,750 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 29.3% 136% higher national

Median Home Value $172,300 below average

How Eureka town Compares

Median Household Income

Eureka town

$43,750

$69,922

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Eureka town

$172,300

$338,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 28.6%

$25K-$50K 26.9%

$50K-$100K 24.8%

$100K+ 19.7%

Employment

8.1% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%

64.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.6%

Renter 21.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

32.3%

18-34

15.4%

35-54

28.0%

55-74

16.1%

75+

8.2%

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+)

Eureka town Rankings in Montana

#54 Population of 470

#279 Median Income of 470

#361 Education of 470

#230 Home Value of 470

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Cities Similar to Eureka town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Ronan city	1,962	$41,429	$201,700	15.0%	24.1%
South Browning CDP	1,852	N/A	N/A	7.1%	51.5%
Crow Agency CDP	2,110	$49,333	$88,500	12.4%	40.7%
West Glendive CDP	1,968	$57,743	$179,700	19.9%	7.8%
Roundup city	1,964	$57,632	$118,300	13.4%	14.5%

Population Overview

Eureka town is a small community located in Montana. The total population is 2,009. It ranks as the 54th most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Eureka town is 37.7 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. With 32.3% of the population under 18, Eureka town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Eureka town is $43,750. This is 37% lower than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 44% lower. The poverty rate stands at 29.3%. This is 144% 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 8.1%. This is 115% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $172,300. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $338,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Eureka town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%.

Education

7.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% lower 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 88.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Eureka town, 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 Eureka town, Montana?

Eureka town, Montana has a population of 2,009 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Eureka town, MT?

The median household income in Eureka town is $43,750, which is 44% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Eureka town, MT?

The poverty rate in Eureka town is 29.3%. This means approximately 579 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Eureka town, Montana?

Eureka town's population is 87.7% White, 0.0% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Eureka town, MT?

The median home value in Eureka town is $172,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Eureka town, Montana?

7.4% of adults (25+) in Eureka town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.