Wheatland, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wheatland, Montana had a total population of 1,661, the 65th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $123,277, which is 70% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 70% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Montana.
Wheatland Quick Facts
How Wheatland 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 | 1,185 | 1,661 | +40.2% |
| Median household income | $108,580 | $123,277 | +13.5% |
| Median home value | $581,100 | $739,000 | +27.2% |
How Wheatland 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+)
Wheatland Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Broadwater County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend | 1,967 | $70,752 | 15.6% | $227,600 |
| Spokane Creek | 740 | $127,250 | 0.0% | $812,500 |
| The Silos | 579 | $60,521 | 19.5% | $367,300 |
| Toston | 368 | $63,206 | 0.0% | $371,800 |
| Winston | 81 | $58,159 | 17.3% | $326,400 |
| Radersburg | 35 | N/A | 51.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Wheatland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Browning | 1,538 | N/A | $73,000 | 9.3% | 42.2% |
| Clancy | 1,874 | $125,000 | $469,300 | 48.1% | 4.8% |
| King Arthur Park | 1,992 | $109,106 | N/A | 31.8% | 7.4% |
| Frenchtown | 1,927 | $94,500 | $475,500 | 32.2% | 9.9% |
| Baker | 1,489 | $84,750 | $211,400 | 13.8% | 12.5% |
Population Overview
Wheatland is a small community located in Montana, within Broadwater County. The total population is 1,661. It ranks as the 65th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wheatland is 40.6 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wheatland is $123,277. This is 70% higher than the state median of $72,509. It is also 53% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Wheatland, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $739,000. Housing costs are 97% higher than the state median of $375,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wheatland has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (10.6% vs 4.6%).
Education
27.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 95.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wheatland, 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 Wheatland, Montana?
Wheatland, Montana has a population of 1,661 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wheatland, MT?
The median household income in Wheatland is $123,277, which is 53% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wheatland, MT?
The poverty rate in Wheatland is 12.9%. This means approximately 215 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wheatland, Montana?
Wheatland's population is 89.4% White, 0.0% Black, 10.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wheatland, MT?
The median home value in Wheatland is $739,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x.
How educated is Wheatland, Montana?
27.3% of adults (25+) in Wheatland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.