Piltzville, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Piltzville, Montana had a total population of 383, the 175th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $68,867, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Piltzville Quick Facts
How Piltzville 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 | 605 | 383 | -36.7% |
| Median household income | $81,000 | $68,867 | -15.0% |
| Median home value | $457,000 | $477,600 | +4.5% |
How Piltzville 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+)
Piltzville Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Missoula County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missoula | 76,514 | $70,392 | 11.8% | $473,100 |
| Orchard Homes | 5,588 | $64,904 | 8.7% | $553,700 |
| Lolo | 4,314 | $86,065 | 5.3% | $431,800 |
| East Missoula | 2,099 | $57,500 | 7.3% | $358,500 |
| Frenchtown | 1,927 | $94,500 | 9.9% | $475,500 |
| Bonner-West Riverside | 1,563 | $62,039 | 14.5% | $210,900 |
| Seeley Lake | 1,496 | $49,574 | 9.8% | $361,100 |
| Wye | 1,055 | $109,625 | 2.8% | $569,100 |
| Clinton | 1,040 | $103,750 | 3.8% | $386,600 |
| Carlton | 682 | $107,155 | 7.3% | $712,500 |
Cities Similar to Piltzville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Pierre | 394 | N/A | N/A | 9.3% | 40.6% |
| Glacier Colony | 404 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 58.2% |
| Worden | 416 | N/A | N/A | 48.8% | 3.1% |
| Toston | 368 | $63,206 | $371,800 | 7.2% | 0.0% |
| Rockvale | 350 | N/A | N/A | 14.3% | 6.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 383, Piltzville'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
Piltzville is a small community located in Montana, within Missoula County. The total population is 383. It ranks as the 175th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Piltzville is 35.5 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Piltzville is $68,867. This is 5% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.0%. This is 65% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 91% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $477,600. Housing costs are 27% higher than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.9x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 69.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Piltzville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (11.5% vs 4.6%).
Education
14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 93.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Piltzville, 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 Piltzville, Montana?
Piltzville, Montana has a population of 383 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Piltzville, MT?
The median household income in Piltzville is $68,867, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Piltzville, MT?
The poverty rate in Piltzville is 19.0%. This means approximately 57 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Piltzville, Montana?
Piltzville's population is 88.5% White, 0.0% Black, 11.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Piltzville, MT?
The median home value in Piltzville is $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.9x.
How educated is Piltzville, Montana?
14.5% of adults (25+) in Piltzville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.