Scobey, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Scobey, Montana had a total population of 861, the 112th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $52,250, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.
Scobey Quick Facts
How Scobey 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 | 824 | 861 | +4.5% |
| Median household income | $49,797 | $52,250 | +4.9% |
| Median home value | $184,800 | $188,200 | +1.8% |
How Scobey 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+)
Scobey Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Daniels County
Cities Similar to Scobey
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victor | 867 | $48,750 | $238,500 | 11.3% | 0.9% |
| Arlee | 812 | $57,500 | $261,400 | 32.2% | 13.3% |
| Superior | 896 | $45,250 | $310,000 | 17.8% | 15.5% |
| Havre North | 890 | $44,554 | $165,400 | 3.7% | 40.2% |
| Woods Bay | 835 | $64,091 | $512,200 | 58.6% | 10.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 861, Scobey'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
Scobey is a small community located in Montana, within Daniels County. The total population is 861. It ranks as the 112th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Scobey is 57.1 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Scobey is $52,250. This is 28% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $188,200. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Scobey has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%.
Education
21.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 95.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Scobey, 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 Scobey, Montana?
Scobey, Montana has a population of 861 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Scobey, MT?
The median household income in Scobey is $52,250, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Scobey, MT?
The poverty rate in Scobey is 6.3%. This means approximately 53 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Scobey, Montana?
Scobey's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Scobey, MT?
The median home value in Scobey is $188,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Scobey, Montana?
21.7% of adults (25+) in Scobey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.