Gildford Colony, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gildford Colony, Montana had a total population of 59, the 377th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 71.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (71.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Gildford Colony Quick Facts
How Gildford Colony 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 | 41 | 59 | +43.9% |
How Gildford Colony 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+)
Gildford Colony Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Hill County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havre | 9,258 | $50,329 | 18.2% | $211,700 |
| Rocky Boy West | 1,007 | $63,125 | 36.1% | $103,600 |
| Havre North | 890 | $44,554 | 40.2% | $165,400 |
| Azure | 406 | $31,200 | 66.3% | N/A |
| St. Pierre | 394 | N/A | 40.6% | N/A |
| Beaver Creek | 340 | $91,563 | 2.6% | $280,900 |
| Sangrey | 339 | $35,000 | 32.1% | N/A |
| Rudyard | 312 | $98,542 | 6.2% | $96,300 |
| Parker School | 307 | N/A | 12.7% | $93,700 |
| Saddle Butte | 225 | $146,563 | 4.0% | $439,100 |
Cities Similar to Gildford Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kicking Horse | 59 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Carter | 60 | N/A | $111,400 | 7.3% | 28.3% |
| Edgar | 60 | N/A | $247,200 | 5.0% | 6.7% |
| Jeffers | 60 | N/A | N/A | 43.3% | 13.3% |
| Coffee Creek | 61 | $85,833 | $276,700 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 59, Gildford Colony'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
Gildford Colony is a small community located in Montana, within Hill County. The total population is 59. It ranks as the 377th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gildford Colony is 53.5 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 71.2%. This is 519% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Gildford Colony, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Gildford Colony was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Gildford Colony is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.2% of the population.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 30.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gildford Colony, 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 Gildford Colony, Montana?
Gildford Colony, Montana has a population of 59 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gildford Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Gildford Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gildford Colony, MT?
The poverty rate in Gildford Colony is 71.2%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gildford Colony, Montana?
Gildford Colony's population is 71.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gildford Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Gildford Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Gildford Colony, Montana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Gildford Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.