Pleasant Valley Colony, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pleasant Valley Colony, Montana had a total population of 137, the 294th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 44.5%.
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 (44.5%), 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%.
Pleasant Valley Colony Quick Facts
How Pleasant Valley 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 | 71 | 137 | +93.0% |
How Pleasant Valley Colony 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+)
Pleasant Valley Colony Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Cascade County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Falls | 60,329 | $63,373 | 14.5% | $257,000 |
| Malmstrom AFB | 4,302 | $64,833 | 5.8% | N/A |
| Sun Prairie | 1,171 | $55,688 | 9.9% | $164,100 |
| Vaughn | 1,002 | $56,250 | 8.7% | $175,300 |
| Ulm | 900 | $102,708 | 6.9% | $369,400 |
| Black Eagle | 781 | $69,545 | 31.4% | $190,400 |
| Cascade | 572 | $50,938 | 7.9% | $247,600 |
| Belt | 559 | $73,929 | 8.2% | $171,700 |
| Simms | 334 | $42,292 | 5.7% | $237,500 |
| Fort Shaw | 207 | $56,413 | 17.9% | $184,500 |
Cities Similar to Pleasant Valley Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huson | 136 | $77,344 | $232,100 | 37.7% | 0.0% |
| Camp Three | 139 | $58,000 | N/A | 40.0% | 13.8% |
| Judith Gap | 140 | N/A | $110,100 | 19.0% | 28.6% |
| Saco | 140 | $48,500 | $75,000 | 25.0% | 27.1% |
| Lavina | 134 | $40,625 | $129,200 | 28.9% | 11.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 137, Pleasant Valley 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
Pleasant Valley Colony is a small community located in Montana, within Cascade County. The total population is 137. It ranks as the 294th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pleasant Valley Colony is 29.8 years. This is 26% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 32.1% of the population under 18, Pleasant Valley Colony has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 44.5%. This is 287% 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 Pleasant Valley Colony, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Pleasant Valley Colony was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
Pleasant Valley Colony has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.4% of all residents.
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 59.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pleasant Valley 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 Pleasant Valley Colony, Montana?
Pleasant Valley Colony, Montana has a population of 137 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pleasant Valley Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pleasant Valley Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pleasant Valley Colony, MT?
The poverty rate in Pleasant Valley Colony is 44.5%. This means approximately 61 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pleasant Valley Colony, Montana?
Pleasant Valley Colony's population is 85.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pleasant Valley Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Pleasant Valley Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Pleasant Valley Colony, Montana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Pleasant Valley Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.