Milford Colony, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Milford Colony, Montana had a total population of 40, the 402nd largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
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 (100.0%), 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%.
Milford Colony Quick Facts
How Milford 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+)
Milford Colony Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Lewis and Clark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helena | 33,639 | $71,036 | 8.8% | $387,300 |
| Helena Valley Southeast | 9,108 | $74,075 | 8.3% | $331,500 |
| Helena Valley West Central | 8,056 | $90,082 | 7.1% | $367,200 |
| Helena Valley Northwest | 5,183 | $100,605 | 2.6% | $404,200 |
| Helena Valley Northeast | 4,659 | $140,517 | 5.2% | $576,700 |
| East Helena | 1,702 | $60,417 | 16.5% | $290,700 |
| Helena West Side | 1,417 | $66,921 | 5.9% | $402,300 |
| Lincoln | 908 | $62,813 | 6.4% | $380,900 |
| Unionville | 412 | $84,750 | 1.5% | $485,500 |
| York | 182 | N/A | 0.0% | $423,700 |
Cities Similar to Milford Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Borgia | 40 | N/A | N/A | 85.0% | 0.0% |
| Biddle | 41 | N/A | N/A | 56.1% | 0.0% |
| Inverness | 39 | $61,875 | $181,300 | 23.1% | 0.0% |
| Neihart | 39 | $83,000 | $227,300 | 33.3% | 30.8% |
| Rimrock Colony | 39 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 40, Milford 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
Milford Colony is a small community located in Montana, within Lewis and Clark County. The total population is 40. It ranks as the 402nd most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 769% 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 Milford Colony, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Milford 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 0.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Milford 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 Milford Colony, Montana?
Milford Colony, Montana has a population of 40 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Milford Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Milford Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Milford Colony, MT?
The poverty rate in Milford Colony is 100.0%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Milford Colony, Montana?
Milford 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 Milford Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Milford Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Milford Colony, Montana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Milford Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.