Sage Creek Colony, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sage Creek Colony, Montana had a total population of 30, the 420th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
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 (100.0%), 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%.
Sage Creek Colony Quick Facts
How Sage Creek 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 | 28 | 30 | +7.1% |
How Sage Creek Colony Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Employment
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 29 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Sage Creek Colony Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Liberty County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester | 749 | $53,750 | 13.8% | $172,900 |
| Joplin | 265 | $67,891 | 31.7% | N/A |
| Riverview Colony | 192 | $2,499 | 82.8% | N/A |
| Eagle Creek Colony | 44 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Whitlash | 8 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Sage Creek Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardwell | 30 | N/A | N/A | 52.4% | 13.3% |
| Wise River | 30 | $55,313 | $381,800 | 10.0% | 20.0% |
| Grant | 31 | $61,719 | $114,100 | 16.1% | 0.0% |
| Loring Colony | 31 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 33.3% |
| Hartland Colony | 29 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 30, Sage Creek 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
Sage Creek Colony is a small community located in Montana, within Liberty County. The total population is 30. It ranks as the 420th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sage Creek Colony is 32.9 years. This is 19% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 769% 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 Sage Creek Colony, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sage Creek Colony is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.3% of the population.
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 76.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sage Creek 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 Sage Creek Colony, Montana?
Sage Creek Colony, Montana has a population of 30 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sage Creek Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sage Creek Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sage Creek Colony, MT?
The poverty rate in Sage Creek Colony is 100.0%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sage Creek Colony, Montana?
Sage Creek Colony's population is 53.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sage Creek Colony, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sage Creek Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sage Creek Colony, Montana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Sage Creek Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.