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
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Bozeman covers 21.4 sq mi of land at 2571 people per square mile.
About Bozeman, MT
Bozeman is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 63.9% of the population. With 55,042 residents, Bozeman is a city in Montana. It is the #4-largest of all cities in Montana nationally.
The typical household here earns about $79,903, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 4.9%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $614,900, with typical rent around $1,611.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 65.1% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 15.0% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Bozeman, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
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%.
57,894
Population (2024)
37,320
Population (2010)
57,894
Peak (2024)
3.20%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 37,320 |
| 2011 | 38,077 |
| 2012 | 38,629 |
| 2013 | 39,773 |
| 2014 | 41,631 |
| 2015 | 43,327 |
| 2016 | 45,187 |
| 2017 | 46,907 |
| 2018 | 48,437 |
| 2019 | 49,831 |
| 2020 | 53,865 |
| 2021 | 55,409 |
| 2022 | 56,293 |
| 2023 | 57,106 |
| 2024 | 57,894 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.6% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
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 & Management | 26.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.9% |
| Construction | 7.7% |
| Manufacturing | 6.0% |
| Information | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Retail Trade | 2.4% |
| Public Administration | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
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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).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.