Wisdom, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wisdom, Montana had a total population of 110, the 319th largest community in Montana, with a median household income of $61,198, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Wisdom Quick Facts
How Wisdom 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 | 117 | 110 | -6.0% |
| Median household income | $58,370 | $61,198 | +4.8% |
How Wisdom 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+)
Wisdom Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Beaverhead County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dillon | 4,085 | $61,134 | 11.5% | $256,700 |
| Lima | 218 | $53,871 | 18.8% | $189,100 |
| Argenta | 94 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Maverick Mountain | 73 | $88,333 | 2.7% | $375,000 |
| Jackson | 61 | N/A | 16.4% | N/A |
| Lakeview | 32 | N/A | 34.4% | N/A |
| Grant | 31 | $61,719 | 0.0% | $114,100 |
| Wise River | 30 | $55,313 | 20.0% | $381,800 |
| Dewey | 26 | N/A | 38.5% | N/A |
| Dell | 24 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Wisdom
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Rockport Colony | 110 | N/A | N/A | 5.1% | 78.7% |
| Rhodes | 110 | $61,583 | N/A | 22.1% | 10.9% |
| Logan | 111 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cyr | 108 | N/A | N/A | 20.8% | 12.0% |
| Silver Gate | 114 | N/A | $586,800 | 33.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 110, Wisdom'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
Wisdom is a small community located in Montana, within Beaverhead County. The total population is 110. It ranks as the 319th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wisdom is 57.7 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 3.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wisdom is $61,198. This is 16% lower than the state median of $72,509. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.5%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Wisdom, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 81.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wisdom has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.1% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.9%.
Education
16.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 97.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wisdom, 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 Wisdom, Montana?
Wisdom, Montana has a population of 110 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wisdom, MT?
The median household income in Wisdom is $61,198, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wisdom, MT?
The poverty rate in Wisdom is 5.5%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wisdom, Montana?
Wisdom's population is 99.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wisdom, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Wisdom — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Wisdom, Montana?
16.3% of adults (25+) in Wisdom hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.