Lodge Pole, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lodge Pole, Montana had a total population of 170, the 269th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 32.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 24.0% is notably above the national average.
Lodge Pole Quick Facts
How Lodge Pole 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 | 257 | 170 | -33.9% |
How Lodge Pole Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Lodge Pole Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Blaine County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinook | 1,353 | $61,750 | 8.4% | $214,700 |
| Fort Belknap Agency | 1,227 | $46,071 | 29.4% | $72,700 |
| Hays | 1,009 | $52,250 | 23.7% | $59,200 |
| Harlem | 822 | $82,596 | 11.7% | $100,800 |
| Turner Colony | 157 | $133,125 | 40.1% | N/A |
| Turner | 69 | $55,179 | 0.0% | $97,500 |
| North Harlem Colony | 67 | $127,000 | 22.4% | N/A |
| Zurich | 38 | $81,250 | 2.6% | $131,300 |
| Hartland Colony | 29 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Hogeland | 5 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Lodge Pole
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craig | 172 | N/A | N/A | 9.1% | 17.4% |
| Avon | 173 | $100,250 | $179,200 | 47.1% | 1.2% |
| Broadview | 175 | $78,438 | $165,600 | 25.8% | 8.0% |
| South Glastonbury | 175 | $68,516 | $464,300 | 37.7% | 9.7% |
| Augusta | 165 | $43,611 | $208,300 | 24.2% | 7.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 170, Lodge Pole'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
Lodge Pole is a small community located in Montana, within Blaine County. The total population is 170. It ranks as the 269th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lodge Pole is 28.7 years. This is 29% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 31.8% of the population under 18, Lodge Pole has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 32.9%. This is 186% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 24.0%. This is 562% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
13.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% 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 74.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lodge Pole, 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 Lodge Pole, Montana?
Lodge Pole, Montana has a population of 170 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lodge Pole, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lodge Pole — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lodge Pole, MT?
The poverty rate in Lodge Pole is 32.9%. This means approximately 56 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lodge Pole, Montana?
Lodge Pole's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lodge Pole, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lodge Pole — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lodge Pole, Montana?
13.2% of adults (25+) in Lodge Pole hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.