Glacier Colony, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Glacier Colony, Montana had a total population of 404, the 172nd largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 58.2%.
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 (58.2%), 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%.
Glacier Colony Quick Facts
How Glacier 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 | 390 | 404 | +3.6% |
How Glacier Colony Compares
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Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Glacier Colony Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Glacier County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Browning | 3,144 | $37,155 | 43.3% | $187,500 |
| Cut Bank | 3,028 | $49,432 | 18.9% | $164,100 |
| South Browning | 1,538 | N/A | 42.2% | $73,000 |
| Browning | 943 | $34,250 | 46.4% | $151,800 |
| East Glacier Park Village | 271 | $53,182 | 9.0% | $194,300 |
| Starr School | 235 | $72,596 | 33.6% | $162,500 |
| Babb | 223 | N/A | 15.7% | $187,500 |
| St. Mary | 193 | N/A | 61.9% | N/A |
| Little Browning | 102 | $26,563 | 21.6% | N/A |
| Blackfoot | 85 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Glacier Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azure | 406 | $31,200 | N/A | 0.0% | 66.3% |
| St. Regis | 406 | $61,000 | $208,600 | 11.7% | 16.0% |
| Unionville | 412 | $84,750 | $485,500 | 45.1% | 1.5% |
| St. Pierre | 394 | N/A | N/A | 9.3% | 40.6% |
| Worden | 416 | N/A | N/A | 48.8% | 3.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 404, Glacier 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
Glacier Colony is a small community located in Montana, within Glacier County. The total population is 404. It ranks as the 172nd most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glacier Colony is 55.5 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 58.2%. This is 405% 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 Glacier Colony, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 72.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Glacier Colony has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.3% of all residents.
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 28.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Glacier 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 Glacier Colony, Montana?
Glacier Colony, Montana has a population of 404 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glacier Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Glacier Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Glacier Colony, MT?
The poverty rate in Glacier Colony is 58.2%. This means approximately 235 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Glacier Colony, Montana?
Glacier Colony's population is 97.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Glacier Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Glacier Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Glacier Colony, Montana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Glacier Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.