Ovando, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ovando, Montana had a total population of 49, the 387th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $52,679, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Ovando Quick Facts
How Ovando 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 | 47 | 49 | +4.3% |
| Median household income | $59,167 | $52,679 | -11.0% |
How Ovando Compares
Median Household Income
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Ovando Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Powell County
Cities Similar to Ovando
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale Colony | 48 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 100.0% |
| Twin Hills Colony | 48 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Zortman | 52 | N/A | N/A | 67.3% | 0.0% |
| Warm Spring Creek | 46 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 30.4% |
| Pinnacle | 48 | $58,977 | $395,500 | 33.3% | 20.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 49, Ovando'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
Ovando is a small community located in Montana, within Powell County. The total population is 49. It ranks as the 387th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ovando is 71.6 years. This is 77% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 38.8% 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 Ovando is $52,679. This is 27% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 47% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Ovando, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 82.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ovando has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.7% of all residents.
Education
29.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 93.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ovando, 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 Ovando, Montana?
Ovando, Montana has a population of 49 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ovando, MT?
The median household income in Ovando is $52,679, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ovando, MT?
The poverty rate in Ovando is 6.1%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ovando, Montana?
Ovando's population is 85.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ovando, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Ovando — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Ovando, Montana?
29.2% of adults (25+) in Ovando hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.