Pondera County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,018, reflecting a -0.5% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Pondera County is the 33rd largest county in Montana. The 2010 population was 6,161 and has grown -2.32% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42 years
Female: 42.8 years
Male: 40.5 years
There are 4,601 adults, (1,319 of whom are seniors) in Pondera County.
Female: 2,984 (49.4%)
Male: 3,051 (50.6%)
The racial composition of Pondera County includes 79.34% White, 15.08% Native American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,788 | 79.34% |
| Native American | 910 | 15.08% |
| Two or more races | 263 | 4.36% |
| Asian | 60 | 0.99% |
| Other race | 13 | 0.22% |
| Black or African American | 1 | 0.02% |
Pondera County 's average per capita income is $35,374. Household income levels show a median of $52,338. The poverty rate stands at 21.94%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $83,365 | - |
| Families | $73,125 | $86,188 |
| Households | $52,338 | $72,767 |
| Non Families | $35,983 | $45,973 |
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