Hungry Horse, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hungry Horse, Montana had a total population of 679, the 133rd largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $53,056, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Hungry Horse Quick Facts
How Hungry Horse 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 | 663 | 679 | +2.4% |
How Hungry Horse 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+)
Hungry Horse Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Flathead County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalispell | 28,504 | $63,415 | 10.0% | $428,000 |
| Evergreen | 9,611 | $76,446 | 12.1% | $340,800 |
| Whitefish | 8,749 | $73,811 | 9.4% | $684,300 |
| Columbia Falls | 5,615 | $75,766 | 15.2% | $384,400 |
| Bigfork | 5,565 | $85,307 | 5.7% | $674,600 |
| Lakeside | 2,386 | $77,435 | 10.9% | $720,100 |
| Somers | 1,280 | $56,917 | 8.0% | $465,400 |
| Marion | 1,037 | $65,250 | 5.9% | $431,500 |
| Helena Flats | 857 | $93,625 | 2.3% | $582,400 |
| Batavia | 690 | $46,995 | 20.1% | $369,400 |
Cities Similar to Hungry Horse
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muddy | 724 | N/A | $163,800 | 6.2% | 52.3% |
| Batavia | 690 | $46,995 | $369,400 | 21.0% | 20.1% |
| Chester | 749 | $53,750 | $172,900 | 29.8% | 13.8% |
| Gardiner | 647 | $60,598 | $633,400 | 51.6% | 21.8% |
| Walkerville | 733 | $48,750 | $148,700 | 24.6% | 18.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 679, Hungry Horse'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
Hungry Horse is a small community located in Montana, within Flathead County. The total population is 679. It ranks as the 133rd most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hungry Horse is 34.0 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 30.8% of the population under 18, Hungry Horse has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hungry Horse is $53,056. This is 27% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Hungry Horse, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 86.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hungry Horse has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.5%.
Education
15.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 81.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hungry Horse, 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 Hungry Horse, Montana?
Hungry Horse, Montana has a population of 679 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hungry Horse, MT?
The median household income in Hungry Horse is $53,056, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hungry Horse, MT?
The poverty rate in Hungry Horse is 11.5%. This means approximately 70 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hungry Horse, Montana?
Hungry Horse's population is 87.2% White, 0.0% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hungry Horse, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hungry Horse — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hungry Horse, Montana?
15.2% of adults (25+) in Hungry Horse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.