Montana

#43 in USWest

The Treasure State Ā· Montana (MT) has a population of 1,132,812 people, making it the #43 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Helena and the largest city is Billings.

Population

1.1M

#43 of 51

Area

147,040 mi²

380,832 km²

Density

3/km²

8/mi²

Capital

Helena

Median Income

$71K

Below national avg

Unemployment

2.7%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

40.6

US Share

0.34%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

1,084,225

2023 Estimate

1,132,812

Change

+48,587 (+4.5%)

Race & Ethnicity

White84.6%
Hispanic/Latino4.6%
Black0.4%
Asian0.8%
Two or More Races7.2%
American Indian/Alaska Native5.6%
Other1.3%

Age Distribution

Under 1820.8%
18 to 6458.7%
65 and over20.5%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$70,804
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Unemployment Rate
2.7%
Bachelor's Degree+
34.6%

Largest Cities in Montana

BillingsMissoulaGreat FallsBozemanHelena

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Montana?

Montana has a population of 1,132,812 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #43 among all US states by population, representing 0.34% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Montana?

The capital of Montana is Helena. The largest cities include Billings, Missoula, Great Falls.

What is the median household income in Montana?

The median household income in Montana is $70,804, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Montana growing?

Montana has grown 4.5% since the 2020 Census, from 1,084,225 to 1,132,812.

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