Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 20.4% ▲ 104% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 48 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,204 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 1,282 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 1,710 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,013 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,489 (25.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,826 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $168,670 ▼ 39% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $696/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,541 |
| Vacant Units | 1,014 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hill County is located in Montana and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 17,242 residents. With a median age of 34.75, it is a relatively young county.
Hill County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,825 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 20.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Hill County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $168,670 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $695. Homeownership rates are high at 63.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hill County are majority White (64.34%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Hill County, MT is a working-class area in Montana. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59521 | Box Elder | 3,616 | $45,345 | $67,800 | $374 | 11.2% | 34.3% |
| 59525 | Gildford | 307 | $46,923 | — | — | 1.4% | 27.6% |
| 59501 | Havre | 12,365 | $56,466 | $201,800 | $792 | 2.8% | 36.8% |
| 59528 | Hingham | 232 | $57,500 | $132,500 | — | 13.0% | 31.5% |
| 59530 | Inverness | 151 | $72,500 | $140,600 | — | 0.0% | 43.2% |
| 59532 | Kremlin | 101 | $108,188 | — | — | 1.2% | 18.5% |
| 59540 | Rudyard | 470 | $71,319 | $100,000 | $645 | 0.0% | 33.3% |