Butte-Silver Bow, Montana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Butte-Silver Bow, Montana is 34,929 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 5th-largest city in Montana. The median household income is $57,633, the median home value is $225,100, and the median age is 40.2.
The population has grown 5.8% since 2010 (33,526 → 35,480).
34,929
Population
49
People / sq mi
$57,633
Median Income
$225,100
Median Home Value
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Butte-Silver Bow covers 715.8 sq mi of land at 49 people per square mile.
About Butte-Silver Bow, MT
Butte-Silver Bow stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 49 people per square mile. With 34,929 residents, Butte-Silver Bow is a city in Montana. It is the #5-largest of all cities in Montana nationally.
The typical household earns $57,633, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.0%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $225,100, with typical rent around $808.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 27.7% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.2% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Butte-Silver Bow (balance) Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Butte-Silver Bow (balance) had a population of 33,526 in 2010 and 35,480 in 2024, a 5.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 35,538 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.41%.
35,480
Population (2024)
33,526
Population (2010)
35,538
Peak (2023)
0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 33,526 |
| 2011 | 33,702 |
| 2012 | 33,771 |
| 2013 | 33,872 |
| 2014 | 34,047 |
| 2015 | 33,988 |
| 2016 | 33,993 |
| 2017 | 34,105 |
| 2018 | 34,035 |
| 2019 | 34,207 |
| 2020 | 34,573 |
| 2021 | 34,867 |
| 2022 | 35,225 |
| 2023 | 35,538 |
| 2024 | 35,480 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.8% |
| Black or African American | 0.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$57,633
Median Household Income
$34,909
Per Capita Income
9.0%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$225,100
Median Home Value
$808
Median Rent
70.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.0%
High School+
27.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
77.2%
Public Transit
7.2%
Work From Home
16.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.6%
Foreign Born
97.2%
Non-English at Home
9.6%
Veterans
19.4%
With Disability
93.4%
Health Insurance
92.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.2% |
| Retail Trade | 8.1% |
| Construction | 8.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.7% |
| Public Administration | 6.5% |
| Information | 5.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.6% |
| Manufacturing | 4.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Butte-Silver Bow, Montana has a population of 34,929 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 5th-largest city in Montana.
The median household income in Butte-Silver Bow, Montana is $57,633, with 9.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Butte-Silver Bow, Montana is $225,100, with median monthly rent at $808 and a homeownership rate of 70.3%.
The median age in Butte-Silver Bow, Montana is 40.2 years. The population is 51.8% male and 48.2% female.
The population has grown 5.8% since 2010 (33,526 → 35,480).
Butte-Silver Bow (balance), MT Climate
Butte-Silver Bow (balance), MT has an average annual temperature of 3.6°C (38°F) and receives about 347 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
3.6°C
Avg Temp
347
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7° / 20° | 17 mm |
| February | -5° / 23° | 11 mm |
| March | -2° / 28° | 20 mm |
| April | 2° / 36° | 27 mm |
| May | 7° / 45° | 51 mm |
| June | 12° / 53° | 58 mm |
| July | 16° / 60° | 34 mm |
| August | 15° / 59° | 37 mm |
| September | 10° / 50° | 36 mm |
| October | 5° / 41° | 21 mm |
| November | -2° / 28° | 18 mm |
| December | -6° / 20° | 17 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Butte-Silver Bow (balance), MT
The most comfortable months to visit Butte-Silver Bow (balance), MT are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 25°C high). The coldest is January (near -13°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.