Lindisfarne, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lindisfarne, Montana had a total population of 533, the 150th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 48.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Montana.
Lindisfarne Quick Facts
How Lindisfarne 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 | 434 | 533 | +22.8% |
| Median home value | $561,700 | $653,800 | +16.4% |
How Lindisfarne 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+)
Lindisfarne Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Lake County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polson | 5,428 | $53,418 | 17.5% | $356,300 |
| Ronan | 2,001 | $42,298 | 21.6% | $225,500 |
| Pablo | 1,632 | $36,400 | 34.5% | $256,700 |
| St. Ignatius | 977 | $50,000 | 21.8% | $250,000 |
| Woods Bay | 835 | $64,091 | 10.5% | $512,200 |
| Arlee | 812 | $57,500 | 13.3% | $261,400 |
| Finley Point | 479 | $65,972 | 18.8% | $555,100 |
| Kerr | 463 | N/A | 27.9% | $558,200 |
| Charlo | 306 | $40,469 | 17.3% | $210,800 |
| Elmo | 290 | N/A | 11.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Lindisfarne
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson City | 533 | $125,682 | N/A | 25.5% | 0.0% |
| Terry | 537 | $48,125 | $137,200 | 32.5% | 28.1% |
| Darby | 527 | $43,627 | $327,100 | 15.0% | 13.5% |
| Turah | 543 | $130,417 | $470,400 | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Heart Butte | 521 | $31,389 | $46,300 | 10.7% | 47.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 533, Lindisfarne'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
Lindisfarne is a small community located in Montana, within Lake County. The total population is 533. It ranks as the 150th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lindisfarne is 60.6 years. This is 50% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 11.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 10.7% 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 14.3%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 54% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $653,800. Housing costs are 74% higher than the state median of $375,800. 90.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lindisfarne has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.1% of all residents.
Education
48.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Lindisfarne in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 37% higher 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 Lindisfarne, 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 Lindisfarne, Montana?
Lindisfarne, Montana has a population of 533 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lindisfarne, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lindisfarne — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lindisfarne, MT?
The poverty rate in Lindisfarne is 14.3%. This means approximately 76 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lindisfarne, Montana?
Lindisfarne's population is 92.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lindisfarne, MT?
The median home value in Lindisfarne is $653,800.
How educated is Lindisfarne, Montana?
48.1% of adults (25+) in Lindisfarne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.