Nashua, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nashua, Montana had a total population of 279, the 210th largest town in Montana, with a median household income of $80,313, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
Nashua Quick Facts
How Nashua 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 | 309 | 279 | -9.7% |
| Median household income | $72,500 | $80,313 | +10.8% |
| Median home value | $140,300 | $141,700 | +1.0% |
How Nashua Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
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+)
Nashua Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Valley County
Cities Similar to Nashua
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmo | 290 | N/A | N/A | 38.1% | 11.7% |
| Kings Point | 274 | $75,147 | $1,509,100 | 75.3% | 5.8% |
| Ballantine | 262 | N/A | $284,000 | 5.7% | 0.0% |
| Fort Peck | 280 | $90,833 | $273,900 | 45.3% | 0.0% |
| Winifred | 263 | $78,393 | $120,000 | 22.0% | 4.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 279, Nashua'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
Nashua is a small community located in Montana, within Valley County. The total population is 279. It ranks as the 210th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nashua is 54.1 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 18.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nashua is $80,313. This is 11% higher than the state median of $72,509. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.2%. This is 49% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $141,700. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $375,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Nashua is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Nashua is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 0.8%.
Education
22.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 86.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nashua, 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 Nashua, Montana?
Nashua, Montana has a population of 279 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nashua, MT?
The median household income in Nashua is $80,313, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nashua, MT?
The poverty rate in Nashua is 17.2%. This means approximately 48 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nashua, Montana?
Nashua's population is 81.4% White, 0.0% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nashua, MT?
The median home value in Nashua is $141,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Nashua, Montana?
22.5% of adults (25+) in Nashua hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.