Jackson, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jackson, Montana had a total population of 61, the 372nd largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 16.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 64.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Montana.
Jackson Quick Facts
How Jackson 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 | 23 | 61 | +165.2% |
How Jackson 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 29 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Jackson Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Beaverhead County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dillon | 4,085 | $61,134 | 11.5% | $256,700 |
| Lima | 218 | $53,871 | 18.8% | $189,100 |
| Wisdom | 110 | $61,198 | 5.5% | N/A |
| Argenta | 94 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Maverick Mountain | 73 | $88,333 | 2.7% | $375,000 |
| Lakeview | 32 | N/A | 34.4% | N/A |
| Grant | 31 | $61,719 | 0.0% | $114,100 |
| Wise River | 30 | $55,313 | 20.0% | $381,800 |
| Dewey | 26 | N/A | 38.5% | N/A |
| Dell | 24 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Jackson
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Creek | 61 | $85,833 | $276,700 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
| Nibbe | 62 | N/A | N/A | 27.4% | 24.2% |
| Carter | 60 | N/A | $111,400 | 7.3% | 28.3% |
| Edgar | 60 | N/A | $247,200 | 5.0% | 6.7% |
| Jeffers | 60 | N/A | N/A | 43.3% | 13.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 61, Jackson'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
Jackson is a small community located in Montana, within Beaverhead County. The total population is 61. It ranks as the 372nd most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jackson is 35.6 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 6.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 14.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Jackson, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 41.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% lower than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Jackson is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.6% of the population.
Education
64.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Jackson in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 85% higher 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 96.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jackson, 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 Jackson, Montana?
Jackson, Montana has a population of 61 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jackson, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Jackson — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jackson, MT?
The poverty rate in Jackson is 16.4%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jackson, Montana?
Jackson's population is 65.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jackson, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Jackson — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Jackson, Montana?
64.9% of adults (25+) in Jackson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.