Hobson city, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hobson city, Montana Demographics
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As of 2026, Hobson city, Montana has a total population of 145, the 281st largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $34,750, which is 50% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 50% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 23.3% is notably above the national average.

Hobson city Quick Facts

Population 145

Median Household Income $34,750

Median Home Value $112,500

Poverty Rate 18.6%

Unemployment Rate 23.3%

Median Age 66.4 years

Homeownership Rate 85.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.3%

High School Graduation Rate 93.7%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 145 281st of 470

Median Income $34,750 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 18.6% 50% higher national

Median Home Value $112,500 bottom 20%

How Hobson city Compares

Median Household Income

Hobson city

$34,750

$69,922

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hobson city

$112,500

$338,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 24.3%

$25K-$50K 52.7%

$50K-$100K 17.6%

$100K+ 5.4%

Employment

23.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%

46.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.1%

Renter 14.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.5%

18-34

10.3%

35-54

15.2%

55-74

31.7%

75+

28.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 28 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hobson city Rankings in Montana

#281 Population of 470

#315 Median Income of 470

#196 Education of 470

#286 Home Value of 470

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Cities Similar to Hobson city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Sand Coulee CDP	146	N/A	$253,100	29.8%	3.4%
Virginia City town	148	N/A	$288,600	17.6%	7.4%
Big Arm CDP	142	N/A	N/A	11.2%	55.6%
Logan CDP	135	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Rimrock Colony CDP	157	N/A	N/A	4.9%	54.1%

Population Overview

Hobson city is a small community located in Montana. The total population is 145. It ranks as the 281st most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hobson city is 66.4 years. This is 65% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 14.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 28.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hobson city is $34,750. This is 50% lower than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 56% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.6%. This is 55% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 23.3%. This is 520% higher than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $112,500. Housing costs are 67% lower than the state median of $338,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 85.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hobson city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

24.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hobson city, Montana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Montana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 470 Census-designated places in Montana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hobson city, Montana?

Hobson city, Montana has a population of 145 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hobson city, MT?

The median household income in Hobson city is $34,750, which is 56% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hobson city, MT?

The poverty rate in Hobson city is 18.6%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hobson city, Montana?

Hobson city's population is 88.3% White, 0.0% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hobson city, MT?

The median home value in Hobson city is $112,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Hobson city, Montana?

24.3% of adults (25+) in Hobson city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.