Sand Coulee, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sand Coulee, Montana had a total population of 134, the 296th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 10.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sand Coulee Quick Facts
How Sand Coulee 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 | 146 | 134 | -8.2% |
| Median home value | $253,100 | $212,500 | -16.0% |
How Sand Coulee 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+)
Sand Coulee 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 Sand Coulee
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavina | 134 | $40,625 | $129,200 | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| Rexford | 134 | $51,406 | $312,500 | 7.3% | 12.7% |
| Tracy | 133 | N/A | N/A | 16.2% | 18.1% |
| Huson | 136 | $77,344 | $232,100 | 37.7% | 0.0% |
| Herron | 132 | $108,235 | $429,400 | 43.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 134, Sand Coulee'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
Sand Coulee is a small community located in Montana, within Cascade County. The total population is 134. It ranks as the 296th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sand Coulee is 47.1 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 11.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sand Coulee, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $212,500. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $375,800. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sand Coulee is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (11.9% vs 4.6%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (1.5% vs 0.8%).
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% 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 85.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sand Coulee, 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 Sand Coulee, Montana?
Sand Coulee, Montana has a population of 134 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sand Coulee, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sand Coulee — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sand Coulee, MT?
The poverty rate in Sand Coulee is 10.4%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sand Coulee, Montana?
Sand Coulee's population is 84.3% White, 0.0% Black, 11.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sand Coulee, MT?
The median home value in Sand Coulee is $212,500.
How educated is Sand Coulee, Montana?
21.6% of adults (25+) in Sand Coulee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.