County · Montana
Beaverhead County, Montana
Beaverhead County, Montana. Beaverhead County had 10,043 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 7.2% since 2020, faster than Montana (+5.6%). It holds 12 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs and 10 census-designated) and 3 census tracts. GEOID 30001.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
10,043
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 9,371 · ACS 2020-2024: 9,713
Median household income
$61,268
±$2,995 (90% margin)
Montana: $72,509
Median home value
$308,300
±$24,970 (90% margin)
Montana: $375,800
Median gross rent
$837
±$43 (90% margin)
Montana: $1,081
How many people live in Beaverhead County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 9,371 residents in Beaverhead County. The Census Bureau estimates 10,043 for July 1, 2025, up 7.2% since 2020, faster than Montana (+5.6%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 9,713 over 5,543 square miles of land.
| Measure | Beaverhead County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 9,713 | 1,116,875 | +298 |
| Households | 4,201±182 | 458,859 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.21±0.10 | 2.37 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 4,981±32 | 528,419 | −363 |
Beaverhead County's population since 2000
From 9,202 in 2000 to 10,043 in 2025: up 9.1%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Beaverhead County?
Beaverhead County holds 12 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 10 census-designated places. The largest is Dillon with 4,271 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Dillon | 3,880 | $61,134 |
|---|---|---|
| Lima | 212 | $53,871 |
| WisdomGEOID 3081250 | 104 | $61,198 |
| Maverick MountainGEOID 3048585 | 67 | $88,333 |
| Wise RiverGEOID 3081325 | 42 | $55,313 |
| JacksonGEOID 3039025 | 36 | not published |
| ArgentaGEOID 3002350 | 35 | not published |
| GlenGEOID 3031375 | 28 | not published |
| DeweyGEOID 3020725 | 25 | not published |
| GrantGEOID 3032350 | 19 | $61,719 |
| DellGEOID 3020050 | 17 | not published |
| LakeviewGEOID 3042100 | 15 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Beaverhead County?
The median resident of Beaverhead County is 43.2 years old; 17.5% are under 18 and 23.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 89.1%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 5.2%. 1.6% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Beaverhead County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.2±1.0 | 40.4 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 17.5%±0.6 pts | 21.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.8%±0.5 pts | 20.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.2% | 4.6% | +0.3 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 89.1%±0.3 pts | 83.6% | −1.2 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.6 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 0.8% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 1.3%±0.7 pts | 5.3% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.5%±1.1 pts | 4.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.6%±0.8 pts | 2.3% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 4.0%±1.5 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.1%±1.4 pts | 9.0% | – |
| With a disability | 17.4%±2.9 pts | 14.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.3%±1.4 pts | 8.6% | −3.8 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.7%±2.1 pts | 94.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 37.7%±3.8 pts | 35.2% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.4%±2.1 pts | 12.0% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 5.2%±2.3 pts | 3.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Beaverhead County earn?
Half of Beaverhead County's 4,201 households earn less than $61,268 a year (±$2,995), against $72,509 in Montana. In 2015-2019 the median was $53,167 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $8,101 after inflation. 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Beaverhead County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $61,268±$2,995 | $72,509 | +$8,101 |
| Mean household income | $79,753±$6,433 | $98,908 | – |
| Per capita income | $36,625±$2,730 | $41,711 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 11.4%±3.0 pts | 11.5% | −6.3 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 7.2%±5.4 pts | 12.7% | – |
| Households receiving SNAP | 7.2%±2.7 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 90.4%±2.9 pts | 89.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Beaverhead County?
Owners occupy 65.8% of Beaverhead County's occupied homes and renters 34.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $308,300 by its owner (±$24,970). The median renter pays $837 a month including utilities, and 29.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Beaverhead County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $308,300±$24,970 | $375,800 | +$43,209 |
| Median gross rent | $837±$43 | $1,081 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 29.7%±9.8 pts | 35.5% | −24.1 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,476±$105 | $1,798 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 65.8%±4.2 pts | 69.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 4,981±32 | 528,419 | −363 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.5 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.9%±4.5 pts | 5.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 70.1%±4.8 pts | 68.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 17.5%±3.9 pts | 9.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.5%±1.9 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 13.5%±2.8 pts | 12.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Beaverhead County building?
Builders took permits for 42 new housing units across Beaverhead County in 2025 (10 single-family), 4.2 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Beaverhead County get to work?
72.8% of Beaverhead County's workers drive alone and 9.2% work from home. The average trip to work takes 19.3 minutes.
| Measure | Beaverhead County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 56.6%±3.2 pts | 62.9% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 1.3%±1.4 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Drove alone to work | 72.8%±4.8 pts | 71.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.4%±3.4 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.3%±1.5 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Walked | 3.8%±1.5 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 9.2%±3.0 pts | 12.5% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 19.3 min±2.9 | 19.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Beaverhead County's census tracts?
Beaverhead County is divided into 3 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $59,922 (Tract 2) to $61,713 (Tract 3).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Beaverhead County compare with Montana's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 22nd of 56 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 16th of 56 |
| Residents per square mile | 37th of 56 |
| Median household income | 34th of 56 |
| Median home value | 18th of 56 |
| Median gross rent | 24th of 56 |
| Poverty rate | 32nd of 56 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 5th of 56 |
| Median age | 32nd of 56 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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