Glendive, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Glendive, Montana had a total population of 4,810, the 28th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $72,670, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Glendive Quick Facts
How Glendive 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 | 4,831 | 4,810 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $71,063 | $72,670 | +2.3% |
| Median home value | $176,900 | $182,600 | +3.2% |
How Glendive 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
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+)
Glendive Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Dawson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Glendive | 2,121 | $54,922 | 2.6% | $179,400 |
| Richey | 238 | $73,750 | 4.2% | $120,800 |
| Bloomfield | 9 | $107,500 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Lindsay | 9 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Glendive
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malmstrom AFB | 4,302 | $64,833 | N/A | 36.6% | 5.8% |
| Columbia Falls | 5,615 | $75,766 | $384,400 | 32.1% | 15.2% |
| Lolo | 4,314 | $86,065 | $431,800 | 40.9% | 5.3% |
| Orchard Homes | 5,588 | $64,904 | $553,700 | 44.4% | 8.7% |
| Bigfork | 5,565 | $85,307 | $674,600 | 50.4% | 5.7% |
Population Overview
Glendive is a small community located in Montana, within Dawson County. The total population is 4,810. It ranks as the 28th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glendive is 44.4 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Glendive is $72,670. This is about the same as the state median of $72,509. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $182,600. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $375,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Glendive is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Glendive has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.2%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 0.8%.
Education
23.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% lower 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 91.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Glendive, 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 Glendive, Montana?
Glendive, Montana has a population of 4,810 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glendive, MT?
The median household income in Glendive is $72,670, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Glendive, MT?
The poverty rate in Glendive is 13.5%. This means approximately 597 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Glendive, Montana?
Glendive's population is 89.0% White, 0.3% Black, 5.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Glendive, MT?
The median home value in Glendive is $182,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Glendive, Montana?
23.5% of adults (25+) in Glendive hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.