Worden, Montana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Worden, Montana had a total population of 416, the 168th largest community in Montana. The poverty rate is 3.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.1% — among the lowest in Montana.
- 48.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Montana.
Worden Quick Facts
How Worden 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 | 545 | 416 | -23.7% |
How Worden 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+)
Worden Rankings in Montana
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Other Cities in Yellowstone County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings | 119,434 | $73,712 | 9.8% | $343,400 |
| Laurel | 7,215 | $68,474 | 10.0% | $235,100 |
| Lockwood | 7,181 | $75,700 | 10.7% | $235,400 |
| Huntley | 455 | $94,821 | 0.0% | $233,600 |
| Shepherd | 353 | $80,125 | 4.8% | $114,400 |
| Ballantine | 262 | N/A | 0.0% | $284,000 |
| Custer | 199 | $82,500 | 20.1% | $137,500 |
| Broadview | 175 | $78,438 | 8.0% | $165,600 |
| Acton | 87 | $36,042 | 40.2% | N/A |
| Nibbe | 62 | N/A | 24.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Worden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unionville | 412 | $84,750 | $485,500 | 45.1% | 1.5% |
| Azure | 406 | $31,200 | N/A | 0.0% | 66.3% |
| St. Regis | 406 | $61,000 | $208,600 | 11.7% | 16.0% |
| Glacier Colony | 404 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 58.2% |
| Lodge Grass | 429 | $49,375 | $62,200 | 12.4% | 39.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 416, Worden'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
Worden is a small community located in Montana, within Yellowstone County. The total population is 416. It ranks as the 168th most populous out of 475 Census-designated places in Montana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Worden is 28.4 years. This is 30% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 3.1%. This is 73% 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 Worden, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 60.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 69.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Worden has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%.
Education
48.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Worden in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 39% higher 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 93.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Worden, 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 Worden, Montana?
Worden, Montana has a population of 416 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Worden, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Worden — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Worden, MT?
The poverty rate in Worden is 3.1%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Worden, Montana?
Worden's population is 97.6% White, 0.0% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Worden, MT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Worden — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Worden, Montana?
48.8% of adults (25+) in Worden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.