Little Bitterroot Lake, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Little Bitterroot Lake, Montana had a total population of 156, the 278th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 17.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Little Bitterroot Lake Quick Facts
How Little Bitterroot Lake 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 | 153 | 156 | +2.0% |
| Median home value | $775,000 | $611,100 | -21.1% |
How Little Bitterroot Lake 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+)
Little Bitterroot Lake 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 Little Bitterroot Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turner Colony | 157 | $133,125 | N/A | 8.7% | 40.1% |
| Stockett | 155 | $70,938 | $215,000 | 27.2% | 9.0% |
| Gibson Flats | 158 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 74.1% |
| Greycliff | 158 | $70,417 | N/A | 6.1% | 4.4% |
| Olney | 158 | $57,989 | $430,400 | 27.0% | 3.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 156, Little Bitterroot Lake'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
Little Bitterroot Lake is a small community located in Montana, within Flathead County. The total population is 156. It ranks as the 278th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Little Bitterroot Lake is 51.7 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 17.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 17.3%. This is 50% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Little Bitterroot Lake, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $611,100. Housing costs are 63% higher than the state median of $375,800. 87.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Little Bitterroot Lake has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.4% of all residents.
Education
19.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 92.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Little Bitterroot Lake, 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 Little Bitterroot Lake, Montana?
Little Bitterroot Lake, Montana has a population of 156 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Little Bitterroot Lake, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Little Bitterroot Lake — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Little Bitterroot Lake, MT?
The poverty rate in Little Bitterroot Lake is 17.3%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Little Bitterroot Lake, Montana?
Little Bitterroot Lake's population is 97.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Little Bitterroot Lake, MT?
The median home value in Little Bitterroot Lake is $611,100.
How educated is Little Bitterroot Lake, Montana?
19.7% of adults (25+) in Little Bitterroot Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.