Walkerville, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Walkerville, Montana had a total population of 733, the 128th largest town in Montana, with a median household income of $48,750, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Walkerville Quick Facts
How Walkerville 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 | 660 | 733 | +11.1% |
| Median household income | $44,226 | $48,750 | +10.2% |
| Median home value | $147,200 | $148,700 | +1.0% |
How Walkerville 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+)
Walkerville Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Silver Bow County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butte-Silver Bow | 35,052 | $61,857 | 14.8% | $257,800 |
Cities Similar to Walkerville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muddy | 724 | N/A | $163,800 | 6.2% | 52.3% |
| Chester | 749 | $53,750 | $172,900 | 29.8% | 13.8% |
| Batavia | 690 | $46,995 | $369,400 | 21.0% | 20.1% |
| Park City | 764 | $54,637 | $219,500 | 13.0% | 10.4% |
| Hungry Horse | 679 | $53,056 | N/A | 15.2% | 11.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 733, Walkerville'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
Walkerville is a small community located in Montana, within Silver Bow County. The total population is 733. It ranks as the 128th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Walkerville is 39.3 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Walkerville is $48,750. This is 33% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 40% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.2%. This is 58% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 43% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $148,700. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Walkerville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.6%.
Education
24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 97.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Walkerville, 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 Walkerville, Montana?
Walkerville, Montana has a population of 733 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Walkerville, MT?
The median household income in Walkerville is $48,750, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Walkerville, MT?
The poverty rate in Walkerville is 18.2%. This means approximately 133 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Walkerville, Montana?
Walkerville's population is 93.6% White, 0.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Walkerville, MT?
The median home value in Walkerville is $148,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Walkerville, Montana?
24.6% of adults (25+) in Walkerville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.