Harrison, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Harrison, Montana had a total population of 95, the 329th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $72,656, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 34.7%.
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 (34.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Harrison Quick Facts
How Harrison 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 | 96 | 95 | -1.0% |
| Median household income | $70,625 | $72,656 | +2.9% |
How Harrison 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+)
Harrison Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Madison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheridan | 869 | $87,321 | 3.5% | $318,400 |
| Ennis | 777 | $69,650 | 9.4% | $402,500 |
| McAllister | 202 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Twin Bridges | 201 | $57,188 | 11.9% | $236,800 |
| Virginia City | 129 | $61,875 | 7.0% | $351,900 |
| Brandon | 115 | $110,577 | 2.6% | $452,800 |
| Alder | 92 | $42,500 | 9.8% | $418,200 |
| Silver Star | 89 | $48,438 | 9.0% | $387,500 |
| Pony | 78 | $66,667 | 2.6% | $333,300 |
| Jeffers | 60 | N/A | 13.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Harrison
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argenta | 94 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Fishtail | 89 | N/A | $381,300 | 51.2% | 0.0% |
| Brady | 101 | $68,750 | N/A | 16.7% | 29.7% |
| Martinsdale | 86 | N/A | N/A | 31.4% | 45.4% |
| Blackfoot | 85 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 95, Harrison'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
Harrison is a small community located in Montana, within Madison County. The total population is 95. It ranks as the 329th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Harrison is 50.1 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Harrison is $72,656. 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 34.7%. This is 202% 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 Harrison, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 64.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Harrison was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
26.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 78.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Harrison, 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 Harrison, Montana?
Harrison, Montana has a population of 95 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Harrison, MT?
The median household income in Harrison is $72,656, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Harrison, MT?
The poverty rate in Harrison is 34.7%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Harrison, Montana?
Harrison's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Harrison, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Harrison — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Harrison, Montana?
26.8% of adults (25+) in Harrison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.