Highwood, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Highwood, Montana had a total population of 205, the 246th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $85,500, which is 18% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
- Unemployment rate of 16.0% is notably above the national average.
Highwood Quick Facts
How Highwood 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 | 209 | 205 | -1.9% |
| Median household income | $71,875 | $85,500 | +19.0% |
| Median home value | $169,100 | $200,000 | +18.3% |
How Highwood 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+)
Highwood Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Chouteau County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Benton | 1,474 | $67,188 | 3.0% | $247,600 |
| Big Sandy | 784 | $60,521 | 8.6% | $187,500 |
| Geraldine | 317 | $43,036 | 24.3% | $106,300 |
| Boneau | 277 | $43,056 | 21.7% | N/A |
| Loma | 73 | $51,227 | 13.7% | $112,300 |
| Carter | 60 | N/A | 28.3% | $111,400 |
| Twin Hills Colony | 48 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Square Butte | 28 | $48,500 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Floweree | 18 | $123,125 | 5.6% | $416,700 |
Cities Similar to Highwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxville | 203 | N/A | N/A | 17.6% | 0.0% |
| McAllister | 202 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Swan Lake | 211 | $82,679 | $576,400 | 27.4% | 16.1% |
| Custer | 199 | $82,500 | $137,500 | 29.9% | 20.1% |
| St. Mary | 193 | N/A | N/A | 38.2% | 61.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 205, Highwood'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
Highwood is a small community located in Montana, within Chouteau County. The total population is 205. It ranks as the 246th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Highwood is 34.4 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Highwood is $85,500. This is 18% higher than the state median of $72,509. It is also 6% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 16.0%. This is 341% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $200,000. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $375,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Highwood is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Highwood has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents.
Education
33.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Highwood, 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 Highwood, Montana?
Highwood, Montana has a population of 205 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Highwood, MT?
The median household income in Highwood is $85,500, which is 6% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Highwood, MT?
The poverty rate in Highwood is 6.8%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Highwood, Montana?
Highwood's population is 94.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Highwood, MT?
The median home value in Highwood is $200,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Highwood, Montana?
33.6% of adults (25+) in Highwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.