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Population Review

Bozeman, Montana Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Bozeman, Montana is 55,042 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 4th-largest city in Montana. The median household income is $79,903, the median home value is $614,900, and the median age is 28.6.

The population has grown 55.1% since 2010 (37,320 → 57,894).

55,042

Population

2571

People / sq mi

$79,903

Median Income

$614,900

Median Home Value

Bozeman covers 21.4 sq mi of land at 2571 people per square mile.

About Bozeman, MT

Bozeman is a city in Montana with a population of 55,042. It ranks #4 among cities in Montana by population. The median age is 28.6, younger than the national median. The population is 52.8% male and 47.2% female.

The median household income in Bozeman is $79,903, above the US median of $74,580. 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $614,900, with monthly rent averaging $1,611. The homeownership rate of 44.6% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Bozeman reflects 65.1% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 15.0% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 15.4 minutes each way.

Bozeman city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Bozeman city had a population of 37,320 in 2010 and 57,894 in 2024, a 55.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 57,894 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.20%.

2024 · 58K20102024

57,894

Population (2024)

37,320

Population (2010)

57,894

Peak (2024)

3.20%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201037,320
201138,077
201238,629
201339,773
201441,631
201543,327
201645,187
201746,907
201848,437
201949,831
202053,865
202155,409
202256,293
202357,106
202457,894

Race & Ethnicity

White87.6%
Black or African American0.9%
Asian0.1%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.5%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$79,903

Median Household Income

$48,994

Per Capita Income

4.9%

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$614,900

Median Home Value

$1,611

Median Rent

44.6%

Owner-Occupied

Education

96.8%

High School+

65.1%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.9%

Drive Alone

62.6%

Public Transit

15.0%

Work From Home

15.4 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

63.9%

Foreign Born

94.0%

Non-English at Home

3.7%

Veterans

9.3%

With Disability

93.3%

Health Insurance

97.6%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management26.5%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate14.6%
Education, Health Care & Social Services12.9%
Construction7.7%
Manufacturing6.0%
Information5.3%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.8%
Retail Trade2.4%
Public Administration2.2%
Agriculture & Mining2.1%
Transportation & Warehousing1.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bozeman, Montana has a population of 55,042 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 4th-largest city in Montana.

The median household income in Bozeman, Montana is $79,903, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Bozeman, Montana is $614,900, with median monthly rent at $1,611 and a homeownership rate of 44.6%.

The median age in Bozeman, Montana is 28.6 years. The population is 52.8% male and 47.2% female.

The population has grown 55.1% since 2010 (37,320 → 57,894).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.