Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.6% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 34% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 133 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 964 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 550 (15%) |
| Associates | 763 (20.7%) |
| Bachelors | 549 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 719 (19.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,555 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $309,813 ▲ 11% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,022/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,522 |
| Vacant Units | 216 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Broadwater County is located in Montana and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,475 residents. With a median age of 47.5, it is a mature county.
Broadwater County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,555 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.6%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Broadwater County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $309,813 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,022. Homeownership rates are high at 77.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Broadwater County are primarily White (87.85%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Broadwater County, MT is a solidly middle-class area in Montana. The 4 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.