County · Montana
Ravalli County, Montana
Ravalli County, Montana. Ravalli County had 48,582 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 10.0% since 2020, faster than Montana (+5.6%). It holds 10 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 6 census-designated) and 13 census tracts. GEOID 30081.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
48,582
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 44,174 · ACS 2020-2024: 46,727
Median household income
$71,283
±$3,919 (90% margin)
Montana: $72,509
Median home value
$476,600
±$18,040 (90% margin)
Montana: $375,800
Median gross rent
$1,054
±$66 (90% margin)
Montana: $1,081
How many people live in Ravalli County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 44,174 residents in Ravalli County. The Census Bureau estimates 48,582 for July 1, 2025, up 10.0% since 2020, faster than Montana (+5.6%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 46,727 over 2,391 square miles of land.
| Measure | Ravalli County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 46,727 | 1,116,875 | +4,215 |
| Households | 18,661±447 | 458,859 | +1,307 |
| Average household size | 2.48±0.06 | 2.37 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 21,179±32 | 528,419 | +1,363 |
Ravalli County's population since 2000
From 36,070 in 2000 to 48,582 in 2025: up 34.7%. 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 Ravalli County?
Ravalli County holds 10 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 6 census-designated places. The largest is Hamilton with 5,451 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Hamilton | 4,659 | $49,204 |
|---|---|---|
| Stevensville | 2,002 | $60,096 |
| CorvallisGEOID 3017725 | 1,125 | $78,103 |
| Florence | 821 | $102,222 |
| Pinesdale | 805 | $66,875 |
| VictorGEOID 3076900 | 789 | $48,750 |
| Darby | 783 | $43,627 |
| ConnerGEOID 3017200 | 182 | not published |
| Charlos HeightsGEOID 3013975 | 135 | not published |
| SulaGEOID 3071800 | 41 | 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 Ravalli County?
The median resident of Ravalli County is 48.7 years old; 18.6% are under 18 and 27.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 88.6%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 4.8%. 2.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Ravalli County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48.7±0.3 | 40.4 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 18.6%±0.1 pts | 21.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 27.0%±0.2 pts | 20.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.1% | 4.6% | +0.6 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 88.6%±1.1 pts | 83.6% | −4.3 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 0.8% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.3 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 | 4.8%±1.0 pts | 4.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.7 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.3%±0.5 pts | 2.3% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.3%±0.7 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 11.0%±1.2 pts | 9.0% | – |
| With a disability | 18.1%±1.6 pts | 14.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 10.5%±1.8 pts | 8.6% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.4%±1.3 pts | 94.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 28.7%±2.2 pts | 35.2% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.9%±1.3 pts | 12.0% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.6%±1.0 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 Ravalli County earn?
Half of Ravalli County's 18,661 households earn less than $71,283 a year (±$3,919), against $72,509 in Montana. In 2015-2019 the median was $65,293 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $5,990 after inflation. 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Ravalli County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $71,283±$3,919 | $72,509 | +$5,990 |
| Mean household income | $93,389±$5,310 | $98,908 | – |
| Per capita income | $39,624±$2,249 | $41,711 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 8.8%±1.7 pts | 11.5% | −3.5 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 10.3%±5.1 pts | 12.7% | −7.5 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.5%±1.5 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 87.1%±2.2 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 Ravalli County?
Owners occupy 79.4% of Ravalli County's occupied homes and renters 20.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $476,600 by its owner (±$18,040). The median renter pays $1,054 a month including utilities, and 32.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Ravalli County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $476,600±$18,040 | $375,800 | +$132,867 |
| Median gross rent | $1,054±$66 | $1,081 | +$106 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 32.0%±5.5 pts | 35.5% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,656±$58 | $1,798 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 79.4%±2.2 pts | 69.2% | +3.1 pts |
| Housing units | 21,179±32 | 528,419 | +1,363 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.1%±0.8 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 7.1%±4.1 pts | 5.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 79.5%±2.1 pts | 68.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 8.6%±1.7 pts | 9.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.5%±0.8 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 11.1%±1.7 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 Ravalli County building?
Builders took permits for 55 new housing units across Ravalli County in 2025 (38 single-family), 1.1 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 Ravalli County get to work?
72.6% of Ravalli County's workers drive alone and 14.2% work from home. The average trip to work takes 24.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.2%.
| Measure | Ravalli County | Montana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 55.1%±1.9 pts | 62.9% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.2%±0.9 pts | 3.6% | −2.1 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 72.6%±2.7 pts | 71.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.9%±2.0 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Walked | 2.1%±0.8 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 14.2%±1.8 pts | 12.5% | +5.9 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 24.4 min±1.7 | 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 Ravalli County's census tracts?
Ravalli County is divided into 13 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $55,500 (Tract 5.02) to $103,875 (Tract 5.01).
| Tract 130081000100 | 4,737±548 | $100,245 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 2.0130081000201 | 4,166±405 | $69,451 |
| Tract 2.0330081000203 | 3,142±467 | $82,621 |
| Tract 2.0430081000204 | 5,897±683 | $81,497 |
| Tract 330081000300 | 3,149±490 | $60,019 |
| Tract 4.0130081000401 | 3,126±408 | $80,063 |
| Tract 4.0230081000402 | 5,794±815 | $82,896 |
| Tract 5.0130081000501 | 1,347±260 | $103,875 |
| Tract 5.0230081000502 | 4,887±620 | $55,500 |
| Tract 6.0130081000601 | 1,556±239 | $81,583 |
| Tract 6.0230081000602 | 5,828±893 | $58,125 |
| Tract 730081000700 | 1,866±306 | $60,250 |
| Tract 830081000800 | 1,232±255 | $56,510 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Ravalli County compare with Montana's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 7th of 56 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 12th of 56 |
| Residents per square mile | 9th of 56 |
| Median household income | 16th of 56 |
| Median home value | 3rd of 56 |
| Median gross rent | 9th of 56 |
| Poverty rate | 44th of 56 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 18th of 56 |
| Median age | 17th 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
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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