Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -0.99 |
| Below Poverty | 17.3% ▲ 73% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.9% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 61 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,600 (35%) |
| Some College | 1,209 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 1,424 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 496 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,648 (22.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,965 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $215,600 ▼ 23% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $666/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,116 |
| Vacant Units | 1,425 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Deer Lodge County is located in Montana and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,741 residents. With a median age of 49.94, it is a mature county.
Deer Lodge County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,965 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 17.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Deer Lodge County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $215,600 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $666. Homeownership rates are high at 68.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Deer Lodge County are primarily White (90.56%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Deer Lodge County, MT is a working-class area in Montana. The 2 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.