Riverbend, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Riverbend, Montana had a total population of 592, the 139th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $60,766, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing affordability is a challenge — homes cost 7.2x the median household income.
Riverbend Quick Facts
How Riverbend 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 | 505 | 592 | +17.2% |
| Median household income | $62,250 | $60,766 | -2.4% |
| Median home value | $428,000 | $438,300 | +2.4% |
How Riverbend 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+)
Riverbend Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Mineral County
Cities Similar to Riverbend
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Silos | 579 | $60,521 | $367,300 | 24.1% | 19.5% |
| Alberton | 573 | $60,000 | $267,700 | 22.4% | 16.1% |
| Gardiner | 647 | $60,598 | $633,400 | 51.6% | 21.8% |
| Valier | 573 | $53,021 | $138,400 | 19.3% | 14.1% |
| Lindisfarne | 533 | N/A | $653,800 | 48.1% | 14.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 592, Riverbend'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
Riverbend is a small community located in Montana, within Mineral County. The total population is 592. It ranks as the 139th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Riverbend is 44.7 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Riverbend is $60,766. This is 16% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Riverbend, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $438,300. Housing costs are 17% higher than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio of 7.2x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 81.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Riverbend has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (11.8% vs 4.6%).
Education
12.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 88.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Riverbend, 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 Riverbend, Montana?
Riverbend, Montana has a population of 592 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Riverbend, MT?
The median household income in Riverbend is $60,766, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Riverbend, MT?
The poverty rate in Riverbend is 11.3%. This means approximately 59 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Riverbend, Montana?
Riverbend's population is 87.7% White, 0.0% Black, 11.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Riverbend, MT?
The median home value in Riverbend is $438,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 7.2x.
How educated is Riverbend, Montana?
12.9% of adults (25+) in Riverbend hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.