Loring Colony, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Loring Colony, Montana had a total population of 31, the 418th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 33.3%.
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 (33.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Loring Colony Quick Facts
How Loring Colony 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 | 27 | 31 | +14.8% |
How Loring Colony Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Employment
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+)
Loring Colony Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Phillips County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malta | 2,100 | $54,483 | 9.9% | $160,800 |
| Dodson | 153 | $40,804 | 8.5% | $45,200 |
| Saco | 140 | $48,500 | 27.1% | $75,000 |
| Whitewater | 105 | $34,583 | 25.7% | N/A |
| Zortman | 52 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Landusky | 21 | N/A | 0.0% | $56,700 |
| Sleeping Buffalo | 9 | N/A | 44.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Loring Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant | 31 | $61,719 | $114,100 | 16.1% | 0.0% |
| Belknap | 32 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Hidden Lake Colony | 32 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Lakeview | 32 | N/A | N/A | 25.0% | 34.4% |
| Cardwell | 30 | N/A | N/A | 52.4% | 13.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 31, Loring Colony'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
Loring Colony is a small community located in Montana, within Phillips County. The total population is 31. It ranks as the 418th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Loring Colony is 25.8 years. This is 36% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 32.3% of the population under 18, Loring Colony has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 33.3%. This is 190% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Loring Colony, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Loring Colony was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 66.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Loring Colony, 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 Loring Colony, Montana?
Loring Colony, Montana has a population of 31 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Loring Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Loring Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Loring Colony, MT?
The poverty rate in Loring Colony is 33.3%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Loring Colony, Montana?
Loring Colony's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Loring Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Loring Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Loring Colony, Montana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Loring Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.