Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.3% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 77 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,648 (25.9%) |
| Some College | 710 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 1,001 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 617 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,302 (36.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,500 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $282,210 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $809/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,006 |
| Vacant Units | 879 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Beaverhead County is located in Montana and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,591 residents. With a median age of 41.79, it is a middle-aged county.
Beaverhead County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,499 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Beaverhead County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $282,210 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $808. Homeownership rates are high at 66.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Beaverhead County are primarily White (89.68%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 46.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Beaverhead County, MT is a solidly middle-class area in Montana. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59724 | Dell | 104 | $57,188 | $350,000 | $1,275 | 0.0% | 51.2% |
| 59725 | Dillon | 8,223 | $57,967 | $279,000 | $804 | 2.3% | 47.4% |
| 59732 | Glen | 202 | $70,833 | — | $775 | 0.0% | 50.0% |
| 59736 | Jackson | 133 | $84,375 | $281,300 | — | 0.0% | 59.6% |
| 59739 | Lima | 303 | $54,609 | $188,800 | — | 7.1% | 33.1% |
| 59761 | Wisdom | 303 | $59,837 | $300,000 | $814 | 0.0% | 24.8% |
| 59762 | Wise River | 223 | $55,625 | $440,400 | $788 | 5.4% | 36.5% |