Three Forks city, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Three Forks city, Montana Demographics
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As of 2026, Three Forks city, Montana has a total population of 2,034, the 53rd largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $80,394, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.7%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.1%.

Three Forks city Quick Facts

Population 2,034

Median Household Income $80,394

Median Home Value $382,400

Poverty Rate 6.7%

Unemployment Rate 1.1%

Median Age 42.6 years

Homeownership Rate 75.1%

Affordability Ratio 4.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.3%

High School Graduation Rate 97.0%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 2,034 53rd of 470

Median Income $80,394 top 30%

Poverty Rate 6.7% 46% lower national

Median Home Value $382,400 top 30%

How Three Forks city Compares

Median Household Income

Three Forks city

$80,394

$69,922

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Three Forks city

$382,400

$338,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.0%

$25K-$50K 14.8%

$50K-$100K 38.5%

$100K+ 27.8%

Employment

1.1% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%

67.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 75.1%

Renter 24.9%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.0%

18-34

18.9%

35-54

19.0%

55-74

37.0%

75+

4.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 28 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Three Forks city Rankings in Montana

#53 Population of 470

#78 Median Income of 470

#228 Education of 470

#77 Home Value of 470

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Cities Similar to Three Forks city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Colstrip city	2,156	$86,000	$193,700	25.2%	9.1%
South Browning CDP	1,852	N/A	N/A	7.1%	51.5%
East Missoula CDP	2,072	$65,541	$323,900	34.5%	8.4%
Manhattan town	2,149	$69,671	$460,400	33.0%	5.3%
Townsend city	2,232	$70,774	$212,800	18.2%	12.8%

Population Overview

Three Forks city is a small community located in Montana. The total population is 2,034. It ranks as the 53rd most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Three Forks city is 42.6 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Three Forks city is $80,394. This is 15% higher than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 2% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 44% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $382,400. Housing costs are 13% higher than the state median of $338,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 75.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Three Forks city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.6%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (1.9% vs 0.8%).

Education

21.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 97.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Three Forks city, Montana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Montana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 470 Census-designated places in Montana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Three Forks city, Montana?

Three Forks city, Montana has a population of 2,034 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Three Forks city, MT?

The median household income in Three Forks city is $80,394, which is 2% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Three Forks city, MT?

The poverty rate in Three Forks city is 6.7%. This means approximately 133 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Three Forks city, Montana?

Three Forks city's population is 93.2% White, 0.0% Black, 3.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Three Forks city, MT?

The median home value in Three Forks city is $382,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

How educated is Three Forks city, Montana?

21.3% of adults (25+) in Three Forks city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.