Teton County, Montana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Teton County is located in Montana with a total population of 6,291. It is the 32nd most populous county out of 56 in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Teton County is 43.0 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. 11.4% 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 Teton County is $67,766. This is 3% lower than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $235,500. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $338,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 74.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Teton County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

25.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.9%.