Windham, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Windham, Montana had a total population of 84, the 343rd largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $49,375, which is 32% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.2% — among the lowest in Montana.
- Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Windham Quick Facts
How Windham 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 | 57 | 84 | +47.4% |
| Median household income | $46,429 | $49,375 | +6.3% |
How Windham 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+)
Windham Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Judith Basin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford | 268 | $56,875 | 14.2% | $207,800 |
| Hobson | 160 | $42,917 | 8.1% | $161,300 |
| Geyser | 66 | $61,250 | 6.1% | $200,000 |
| Raynesford | 54 | $75,000 | 0.0% | $400,000 |
| Moccasin | 17 | N/A | 82.3% | N/A |
| Utica | 14 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Sapphire Ridge | 11 | N/A | 54.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Windham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackfoot | 85 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Martinsdale | 86 | N/A | N/A | 31.4% | 45.4% |
| Cooke City | 86 | $49,583 | $370,800 | 41.5% | 14.0% |
| Fox | 80 | N/A | $765,600 | 45.3% | 0.0% |
| Opheim | 86 | $46,500 | $48,600 | 9.4% | 7.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 84, Windham'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
Windham is a small community located in Montana, within Judith Basin County. The total population is 84. It ranks as the 343rd most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Windham is 19.8 years. This is 51% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 30.9% of the population under 18, Windham has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Windham is $49,375. This is 32% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 1.2%. This is 90% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Windham, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 41.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% lower than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Windham was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Windham, 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 Windham, Montana?
Windham, Montana has a population of 84 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Windham, MT?
The median household income in Windham is $49,375, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Windham, MT?
The poverty rate in Windham is 1.2%. This means approximately 1 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Windham, Montana?
Windham's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Windham, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Windham — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Windham, Montana?
9.5% of adults (25+) in Windham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.