Golden Valley County, Montana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 54th-largest in Montana
The population of Golden Valley County, Montana is 840 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 54th-largest county in Montana. The median household income is $57,353, the median home value is $203,900, and the median age is 54.8.
The population of Golden Valley County has declined 1.8% since 2010 (879 → 863), a -0.13% annualized rate.
840
Population
-0.13%
Annual growth
1
People / sq mi
$57,353
Median Income
$203,900
Median Home Value
Golden Valley County covers 1,174 sq mi of land at 0.7 people per square mile.
About Golden Valley County, MT
Golden Valley County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US counties, at roughly 1 people per square mile. With 840 residents, Golden Valley County is a county in Montana.
The typical household here earns about $57,353, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.4%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $203,900, with typical rent around $769.
19.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 11.8%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Golden Valley County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Golden Valley County had a population of 879 in 2010 and 863 in 2024, a -1.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 879 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.11%.
863
Population (2024)
879
Population (2010)
879
Peak (2010)
-0.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 879 |
| 2011 | 830 |
| 2012 | 827 |
| 2013 | 846 |
| 2014 | 841 |
| 2015 | 818 |
| 2016 | 811 |
| 2017 | 817 |
| 2018 | 825 |
| 2019 | 827 |
| 2020 | 821 |
| 2021 | 816 |
| 2022 | 838 |
| 2023 | 867 |
| 2024 | 863 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
54.8
Median Age
48.7%
Female
51.3%
Male
28.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 12.7% · Seniors (65+): 28.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $57,353$-12,569 vs state |
| Mean household income | $70,791 |
| Per-capita income | $33,523 |
| Poverty rate | 9.4%+2.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 53.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Golden Valley County is agriculture, accounting for 40.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
22.8%
Carpool
49.5%
Public transit
11.8%
Work from home
34.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
$203,900$-134,200 vs state
Median home value
$769
Median rent
80.7%
Homeownership rate
473
Total housing units
76.5%
Occupied
23.5%
Vacant
19.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
84.8%
With health insurance
81.8%
With broadband internet
38.8%
Foreign-born
11.8%
Veterans (18+)
20.4%
With a disability
95.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.1%
High School+
19.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Golden Valley County, Montana has a population of 840 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 54th-largest county in Montana. Population density is 1 people per square mile.
The population of Golden Valley County has declined 1.8% since 2010 (879 → 863), a -0.13% annualized rate.
The median household income in Golden Valley County, Montana is $57,353, with mean (average) household income of $70,791 and per-capita income of $33,523. 9.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Golden Valley County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (91.5%), Hispanic or Latino (4.6%), Black or African American (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Golden Valley County, Montana is 54.8 years. Residents are 48.7% female and 51.3% male.
The median home value in Golden Valley County is $203,900 and median monthly rent is $769. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 473 total housing units, 23.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Golden Valley County, Montana is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 40.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.8%.
Billings is among the largest cities associated with Golden Valley County, Montana, with a population of 118,321.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.