Montana Population, Demographics & 2020 Census Data
Montana has 1.1 million residents according to the 2020 U.S. Census. Median household income is $69,922, with a 12.0% poverty rate and a median age of 40.2 years. 34.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher (94.6% have a high school diploma or higher).
Updated: 2026-07-19 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
1.1 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
40.2 years
1.5 yr above national avg
Median Household Income
$69,922
$8,616 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
34.5%
0.5% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 94.6%
Poverty Rate
12.0%
0.4% below national avg
Uninsured: 8.4%
Broadband Access
88.2% of households
1.5% below national avg
What is the total population of Montana?
Montana has 1.1 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Montana?
The median age in Montana is 40.2 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Montana?
The median household income in Montana is $69,922. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Montana have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Montana, 94.6% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 34.5% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Montana?
In Montana, the poverty rate is 12.0% and the uninsured rate is 8.4%.
How many households in Montana have broadband?
In Montana, broadband access is 88.2% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
Connect with Your State Leaders in Montana
Meet the key players in Montana's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Montana.
Greg GianforteGovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Christi JacobsenSecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Brandon LerSpeaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Montana Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Montana sends 2 Senators and 2 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 2 seats are up for election in 2026.
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Montana Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Montana (2020)?
Montana has 1.1 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Montana?
The median age in Montana is 40.2 years.
What is the median household income in Montana?
The median household income in Montana is $69,922.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Montana?
In Montana, the poverty rate is 12.0% and the uninsured rate is 8.4%.
How many households in Montana have broadband?
In Montana, broadband access is 88.2% of households.