Mountain View Colony, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mountain View Colony, Montana had a total population of 55, the 380th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 51.3%.
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 (51.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Mountain View Colony Quick Facts
How Mountain View 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 | 49 | 55 | +12.2% |
How Mountain View Colony Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Employment
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 29 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Mountain View Colony Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Yellowstone County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings | 119,434 | $73,712 | 9.8% | $343,400 |
| Laurel | 7,215 | $68,474 | 10.0% | $235,100 |
| Lockwood | 7,181 | $75,700 | 10.7% | $235,400 |
| Huntley | 455 | $94,821 | 0.0% | $233,600 |
| Worden | 416 | N/A | 3.1% | N/A |
| Shepherd | 353 | $80,125 | 4.8% | $114,400 |
| Ballantine | 262 | N/A | 0.0% | $284,000 |
| Custer | 199 | $82,500 | 20.1% | $137,500 |
| Broadview | 175 | $78,438 | 8.0% | $165,600 |
| Acton | 87 | $36,042 | 40.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Mountain View Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helmville | 55 | $152,969 | $262,500 | 21.6% | 3.6% |
| St. Xavier | 55 | N/A | $202,900 | 20.0% | 38.2% |
| Turtle Lake | 55 | N/A | N/A | 39.5% | 10.9% |
| Raynesford | 54 | $75,000 | $400,000 | 17.9% | 0.0% |
| Martinsdale Colony | 57 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 45.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 55, Mountain View 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
Mountain View Colony is a small community located in Montana, within Yellowstone County. The total population is 55. It ranks as the 380th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mountain View Colony is 39.1 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 32.7% of the population under 18, Mountain View Colony has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 51.3%. This is 346% 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 Mountain View Colony, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mountain View Colony is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 49.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (49.1% vs 4.6%).
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% 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 73.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mountain View 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 Mountain View Colony, Montana?
Mountain View Colony, Montana has a population of 55 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mountain View Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mountain View Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mountain View Colony, MT?
The poverty rate in Mountain View Colony is 51.3%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mountain View Colony, Montana?
Mountain View Colony's population is 50.9% White, 0.0% Black, 49.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mountain View Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Mountain View Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Mountain View Colony, Montana?
21.6% of adults (25+) in Mountain View Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.