Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.90 |
| Below Poverty | 23.0% ▲ 130% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.2% ▲ 108% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,712 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 714 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 973 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 753 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 995 (19.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,156 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $161,607 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $627/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,047 |
| Vacant Units | 775 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Rosebud County is located in Montana and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,091 residents. With a median age of 34.22, it is a relatively young county.
Rosebud County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,156 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 10.2%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 23.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Rosebud County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $161,607 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $626. Homeownership rates are high at 64.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Rosebud County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.8%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Rosebud County, MT is a solidly middle-class area in Montana. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59003 | Ashland | 1,266 | $45,461 | $115,600 | $632 | 6.8% | 31.7% |
| 59012 | Birney | 52 | $51,875 | — | — | 0.0% | 23.5% |
| 59323 | Colstrip | 2,156 | $86,000 | $193,700 | $632 | 6.5% | 46.1% |
| 59327 | Forsyth | 2,448 | $58,125 | $210,200 | $763 | 1.8% | 27.6% |
| 59333 | Hathaway | 28 | $101,875 | $184,400 | — | 0.0% | 40.9% |
| 59043 | Lame Deer | 2,771 | $31,958 | $114,500 | $500 | 22.8% | 29.0% |
| 59347 | Rosebud | 341 | $60,000 | — | — | 6.5% | 34.6% |