Westby town, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Westby town, Montana Demographics
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As of 2026, Westby town, Montana has a total population of 253, the 225th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $24,583, which is 65% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 65% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.

Westby town Quick Facts

Population 253

Median Household Income $24,583

Median Home Value $61,900

Poverty Rate 10.3%

Unemployment Rate 1.3%

Median Age 53.7 years

Homeownership Rate 87.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.1%

High School Graduation Rate 95.6%

Diversity Index 0/100

Population 253 225th of 470

Median Income $24,583 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 10.3% 17% lower national

Median Home Value $61,900 bottom 10%

How Westby town Compares

Median Household Income

Westby town

$24,583

$69,922

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Westby town

$61,900

$338,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 55.6%

$25K-$50K 17.8%

$50K-$100K 8.9%

$100K+ 17.8%

Employment

1.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%

62.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 87.8%

Renter 12.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

5.1%

18-34

7.9%

35-54

42.7%

55-74

32.8%

75+

11.5%

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+)

Westby town Rankings in Montana

#225 Population of 470

#336 Median Income of 470

#229 Education of 470

#318 Home Value of 470

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Cities Similar to Westby town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lodge Pole CDP	257	N/A	$110,000	13.6%	29.2%
Hillside Colony CDP	267	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Babb CDP	279	N/A	N/A	0.0%	16.1%
Forest Hill Village CDP	234	$25,579	N/A	20.3%	53.4%
Starr School CDP	227	N/A	N/A	19.7%	46.7%

Population Overview

Westby town is a small community located in Montana. The total population is 253. It ranks as the 225th most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Westby town is 53.7 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 5.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 11.5% 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 Westby town is $24,583. This is 65% lower than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 69% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.3%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $61,900. Housing costs are 82% lower than the state median of $338,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Westby town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Westby town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 100.0% of all residents.

Education

21.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% 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 95.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Westby town, 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 Westby town, Montana?

Westby town, Montana has a population of 253 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Westby town, MT?

The median household income in Westby town is $24,583, which is 69% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Westby town, MT?

The poverty rate in Westby town is 10.3%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Westby town, Montana?

Westby town's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Westby town, MT?

The median home value in Westby town is $61,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.

How educated is Westby town, Montana?

21.1% of adults (25+) in Westby town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.