Froid, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Froid, Montana had a total population of 324, the 192nd largest town in Montana, with a median household income of $72,000, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 3.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.8% — among the lowest in Montana.
- 50.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Montana.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Froid Quick Facts
How Froid 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 | 304 | 324 | +6.6% |
| Median household income | $70,750 | $72,000 | +1.8% |
| Median home value | $85,000 | $102,800 | +20.9% |
How Froid 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 29 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Froid Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Roosevelt County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolf Point | 2,602 | $52,868 | 23.3% | $118,600 |
| Poplar | 635 | $43,438 | 34.5% | $95,000 |
| Culbertson | 567 | $101,136 | 10.3% | $217,200 |
| Brockton | 439 | N/A | 49.0% | $62,500 |
| Bainville | 334 | $92,917 | 0.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Froid
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Village | 315 | N/A | $608,500 | 14.2% | 49.2% |
| Parker School | 307 | N/A | $93,700 | 49.5% | 12.7% |
| Martin City | 342 | N/A | $573,400 | 34.5% | 0.0% |
| Emigrant | 322 | $62,863 | $350,000 | 72.4% | 30.1% |
| Rockvale | 350 | N/A | N/A | 14.3% | 6.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 324, Froid'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
Froid is a small community located in Montana, within Roosevelt County. The total population is 324. It ranks as the 192nd most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Froid is 25.2 years. This is 38% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 46.3% of the population under 18, Froid has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Froid is $72,000. This is about the same as the state median of $72,509. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.8%. This is 67% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $102,800. Housing costs are 73% lower than the state median of $375,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Froid is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Froid is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 0.3%.
Education
50.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Froid in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 44% higher 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 96.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Froid, 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 Froid, Montana?
Froid, Montana has a population of 324 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Froid, MT?
The median household income in Froid is $72,000, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Froid, MT?
The poverty rate in Froid is 3.8%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Froid, Montana?
Froid's population is 54.6% White, 0.3% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Froid, MT?
The median home value in Froid is $102,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Froid, Montana?
50.6% of adults (25+) in Froid hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.