Ravalli County, Montana Demographics 2026
Ravalli County, Montana has a population of 46,727, the 7th most populous county in Montana. The median household income is $71,283 and the median home value is $476,600. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Ravalli County Quick Facts
How Ravalli County 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 | 45,807 | 46,727 | +2.0% |
| Median household income | $71,323 | $71,283 | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $435,000 | $476,600 | +9.6% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Ravalli County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | 5,101 | $49,204 | 8.8% | $310,000 |
| Stevensville | 2,130 | $60,096 | 13.6% | $377,300 |
| Corvallis | 1,227 | $78,103 | 12.9% | $249,800 |
| Florence | 923 | $102,222 | 6.1% | $486,000 |
| Victor | 867 | $48,750 | 0.9% | $238,500 |
| Pinesdale | 833 | $66,875 | 13.8% | $230,000 |
| Darby | 527 | $43,627 | 13.5% | $327,100 |
| Charlos Heights | 163 | N/A | 4.9% | $2,000,000+ |
| Conner | 147 | N/A | 11.6% | N/A |
| Sula | 9 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Ravalli County is located in Montana with a total population of 46,727. It is the 7th most populous county out of 56 in Montana. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ravalli County is 48.7 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 10.3% 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 Ravalli County is $71,283. This is 2% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $476,600. Housing costs are 27% higher than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.7x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 79.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ravalli County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.1%.
Education
28.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 figures for Ravalli County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Montana and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Ravalli County, Montana?
Ravalli County has a population of 46,727, making it the 7th most populous county in Montana.
What is the median income in Ravalli County?
The median household income in Ravalli County is $71,283 with a poverty rate of 8.8%.
How many cities are in Ravalli County, Montana?
Ravalli County contains 10 Census-designated places.