Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 22.7% ▲ 127% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.8% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 33 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,211 (30.3%) |
| Some College | 582 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 734 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 584 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 851 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,606 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $166,257 ▼ 40% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $805/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,980 |
| Vacant Units | 555 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pondera County is located in Montana and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,466 residents. With a median age of 40.58, it is a middle-aged county.
Pondera County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,606 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 22.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Pondera County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $166,257 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $805. Homeownership rates are high at 64.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pondera County are primarily White (79.6%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Pondera County, MT is a working-class area in Montana. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59416 | Brady | 378 | $86,111 | $165,000 | $840 | 20.0% | 41.1% |
| 59425 | Conrad | 3,753 | $50,000 | $190,500 | $869 | 4.3% | 35.8% |
| 59432 | Dupuyer | 169 | $71,250 | $234,400 | — | 1.2% | 31.4% |
| 59448 | Heart Butte | 647 | $29,318 | $47,500 | $457 | 15.0% | 31.8% |
| 59456 | Ledger | 323 | $38,869 | — | — | 0.0% | 33.6% |
| 59486 | Valier | 1,196 | $53,056 | $145,200 | $782 | 3.8% | 37.4% |