Moccasin, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Moccasin, Montana had a total population of 17, the 445th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 82.3%.
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 (82.3%), 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%.
Moccasin Quick Facts
How Moccasin 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 | 23 | 17 | -26.1% |
How Moccasin Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Moccasin Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Judith Basin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford | 268 | $56,875 | 14.2% | $207,800 |
| Hobson | 160 | $42,917 | 8.1% | $161,300 |
| Windham | 84 | $49,375 | 1.2% | N/A |
| Geyser | 66 | $61,250 | 6.1% | $200,000 |
| Raynesford | 54 | $75,000 | 0.0% | $400,000 |
| Utica | 14 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Sapphire Ridge | 11 | N/A | 54.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Moccasin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birney | 17 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Norris | 17 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 82.3% |
| Saltese | 17 | N/A | N/A | 23.5% | 0.0% |
| Springdale Colony | 17 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Floweree | 18 | $123,125 | $416,700 | 35.7% | 5.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 17, Moccasin'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
Moccasin is a small community located in Montana, within Judith Basin County. The total population is 17. It ranks as the 445th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Moccasin is 69.4 years. This is 72% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 82.3%. This is 615% 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. 93.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Moccasin is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (23.5%) is well below the state average of 83.6%.
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 82.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Moccasin, 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 Moccasin, Montana?
Moccasin, Montana has a population of 17 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Moccasin, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Moccasin — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Moccasin, MT?
The poverty rate in Moccasin is 82.3%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Moccasin, Montana?
Moccasin's population is 23.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Moccasin, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Moccasin — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Moccasin, Montana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Moccasin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.