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Malta, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Malta, Montana had a total population of 2,100, the 51st largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $54,483, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Malta Quick Facts

Population 2,100
Median Household Income $54,483
Median Home Value $160,800
Poverty Rate 9.9%
Unemployment Rate 0.0%
Median Age 44.4 years
Homeownership Rate 61.8%
Affordability Ratio 3.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.8%
High School Graduation Rate 94.7%
Diversity Index 20/100
Population 2,100 51st of 475
Median Income $54,483 below average
Poverty Rate 9.9% 20% lower than national
Median Home Value $160,800 bottom 30%

How Malta Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,9022,100+10.4%
Median household income$59,449$54,483-8.4%
Median home value$139,000$160,800+15.7%

How Malta Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 24.1%
$25K-$50K 19.1%
$50K-$100K 31.0%
$100K+ 25.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.9%
$10K-$15K
0.0%
$15K-$20K
12.7%
$20K-$25K
8.6%
$25K-$30K
6.3%
$30K-$35K
0.0%
$35K-$40K
7.4%
$40K-$45K
0.0%
$45K-$50K
5.4%
$50K-$60K
12.3%
$60K-$75K
11.9%
$75K-$100K
6.8%
$100K-$125K
3.8%
$125K-$150K
2.9%
$150K-$200K
13.1%
$200K+
6.0%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.6%|National: 5.2%
54.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.8%
Renter 38.2%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $631/mo 13.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

20out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 29 | National average: 61

Education

Malta Rankings in Montana

#51 Population of 475
#233 Median Income of 341
#139 Education of 473
#254 Home Value of 320

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Other Cities in Phillips County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
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
Loring Colony 31 N/A 33.3% N/A
Landusky 21 N/A 0.0% $56,700
Sleeping Buffalo 9 N/A 44.4% N/A

Cities Similar to Malta

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
West Glendive2,121$54,922$179,40018.9%2.6%
East Missoula2,099$57,500$358,50031.2%7.3%
Crow Agency2,192$52,339$58,80012.1%39.2%
Stevensville2,130$60,096$377,30025.8%13.6%
Roundup2,003$57,847$166,20013.5%16.6%

Population Overview

Malta is a small community located in Montana, within Phillips County. The total population is 2,100. It ranks as the 51st most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Malta is 44.4 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Malta is $54,483. This is 25% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Malta, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $160,800. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 61.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 69.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Malta has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.3% of all residents.

Education

30.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% 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 94.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Malta, 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 Malta, Montana?

Malta, Montana has a population of 2,100 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Malta, MT?

The median household income in Malta is $54,483, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Malta, MT?

The poverty rate in Malta is 9.9%. This means approximately 201 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Malta, Montana?

Malta's population is 89.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Malta, MT?

The median home value in Malta is $160,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Malta, Montana?

30.8% of adults (25+) in Malta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.