Custer, MT

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Custer Overview

146
TOTAL POPULATION
68
MALE POPULATION
78
FEMALE POPULATION
87.18
MALES / 100 FEMALES
114.71
FEMALES / 100 MALES
59.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,805
PER CAPITA INCOME
$96,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
79
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Custer Zip Codes

Custer Area Codes

Race in Custer

The most populous races in Custer are White / Caucasian (142 | 97.3%), Hispanic or Latino (7 | 4.8%), and Two or more Races (4 | 2.7%).
Race in Custer
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino74.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian14297.3%
Two or more Races42.7%
Some other Race00.0%
Total146100.0%

Ancestry in Custer

The most populous ancestries reported in Custer are German (53 | 36.3%), Norwegian (50 | 34.3%), English (26 | 17.8%), Irish (13 | 8.9%), and American (12 | 8.2%), together accounting for 105.5% of all Custer residents.
Ancestry in Custer
Ancestry# Population% Population
American128.2%
Belgian21.4%
Czech10.7%
Dutch74.8%
English2617.8%
French21.4%
German5336.3%
Irish138.9%
Mexican74.8%
Norwegian5034.3%
Polish53.4%
Russian21.4%
Scotch-Irish42.7%
Scottish85.5%
Swedish32.1%
Thai21.4%
Ukrainian10.7%
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Immigrants in Custer

Immigrants in Custer
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Custer

Sex and Age in Custer

The most populous age groups in Custer are 55 to 59 Years (25 | 36.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (23 | 29.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Custer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1 (1.5%)2 (2.6%)
5 to 9 Years4 (5.9%)5 (6.4%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)7 (9.0%)
15 to 19 Years2 (2.9%)6 (7.7%)
20 to 24 Years2 (2.9%)1 (1.3%)
25 to 29 Years6 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years2 (2.9%)2 (2.6%)
35 to 39 Years2 (2.9%)2 (2.6%)
40 to 44 Years2 (2.9%)2 (2.6%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.3%)
50 to 54 Years1 (1.5%)1 (1.3%)
55 to 59 Years25 (36.8%)7 (9.0%)
60 to 64 Years3 (4.4%)23 (29.5%)
65 to 69 Years7 (10.3%)4 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years2 (2.9%)8 (10.3%)
75 to 79 Years3 (4.4%)4 (5.1%)
80 to 84 Years6 (8.8%)1 (1.3%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (2.6%)
Total68 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Custer

Median Family Size in Custer

Median Family Size in Custer
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple22 (91.7%)3.18
Single Male/Father2 (8.3%)2.00
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families24 (100.0%)3.08

Median Household Size in Custer

Median Household Size in Custer
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple22 (29.3%)3.18
Single Male/Father2 (2.7%)2.00
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family51 (68.0%)1.41
Total Households75 (100.0%)1.95

Household Size by Marriage Status in Custer

Out of a total of 75 households in Custer, 24 (32.0%) are family households, while 51 (68.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 12, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 33.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Custer
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-33 (44.0%)
2-Person Households12 (16.0%)18 (24.0%)
3-Person Households5 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households1 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households2 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households2 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households2 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (32.0%)51 (68.0%)

Female Fertility in Custer

Fertility by Age in Custer

Female Fertility by Age in Custer
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Custer

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Custer
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Custer

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Custer
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Custer

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Custer
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Custer

Income Overview in Custer

Per Capita Income in Custer is $35,805, while median incomes of families and households are $96,250 and $63,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income146$35,805
Median Family Income24$96,250
Mean Family Income24$99,775
Median Household Income75$63,750
Mean Household Income75$70,587
Income Deficit24$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1460.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)146100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1460.37

Earnings by Sex in Custer

Earnings by Sex in Custer
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male49 (55.7%)$85,250
Female39 (44.3%)$0
Total88 (100.0%)$32,500

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Custer

The most common earnings brackets in Custer are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (15 | 30.6%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (18 | 46.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Custer
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)3 (7.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9992 (4.1%)1 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4991 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)1 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)18 (46.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (6.1%)2 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9996 (12.2%)5 (12.8%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)3 (7.7%)
$35,000 to $39,9994 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9992 (4.1%)1 (2.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9992 (4.1%)1 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9992 (4.1%)3 (7.7%)
$65,000 to $74,9991 (2.0%)1 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (30.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+11 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Custer

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Custer
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$85,833$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$85,417$0

Family Income in Custer

Family Income Brackets in Custer

According to the Custer family income data, there are 7 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 29.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Custer
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999520.8%
$50,000 to $74,999520.8%
$75,000 to $99,99928.3%
$100,000 to $149,999729.2%
$150,000 to $199,999520.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Custer

2-person families (12 | 50.0%) account for the highest median family income in Custer with $75,000 per family, while 2-person families (12 | 50.0%) have the highest median income of $37,500 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Custer
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families12 (50.0%)$75,000
3-Person Families5 (20.8%)$0
4-Person Families1 (4.2%)$0
5-Person Families2 (8.3%)$0
6-Person Families2 (8.3%)$0
7+ Person Families2 (8.3%)$0
Total24 (100.0%)$96,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Custer

Family Income by Number of Earners in Custer
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1 (4.2%)$0
1 Earner11 (45.8%)$78,125
2 Earners5 (20.8%)$0
3+ Earners7 (29.2%)$0
Total24 (100.0%)$96,250

Household Income in Custer

Household Income Brackets in Custer

With 19 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Custer, accounting for 25.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Custer
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00056.7%
$10,000 to $14,99945.3%
$15,000 to $24,999912.0%
$25,000 to $34,99922.7%
$35,000 to $49,9991216.0%
$50,000 to $74,999912.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991925.3%
$100,000 to $149,9991013.3%
$150,000 to $199,99956.7%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Custer

The median household income in Custer is $63,750, with the highest median household income of $99,167 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 32 households (42.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 6 households (8.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Custer
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (8.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years6 (8.0%)$0
45 to 64 Years32 (42.7%)$99,167
65+ Years31 (41.3%)$37,188
Total75 (100.0%)$63,750

Poverty in Custer

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Custer

With 2.9% poverty level for males and 29.5% for females among the residents of Custer, 55 to 64 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (7.1%) and 18 females (60.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Custer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)3 (50.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years2 (7.1%)18 (60.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (16.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (2.9%)23 (29.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Custer

According to the poverty statistics in Custer, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Custer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years2 (100.0%)3 (50.0%)
18 to 24 Years2 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years8 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years4 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years1 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years26 (92.9%)12 (40.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (100.0%)10 (83.3%)
75 Years and over9 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total66 (97.1%)55 (70.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Custer

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Custer
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Custer

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Custer
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Custer

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Custer
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Custer

Employment by Class of Employer in Custer

Among the 77 employed individuals in Custer, private company employees (57 | 74.0%), not-for-profit organizations (6 | 7.8%), and local government employees (6 | 7.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Custer
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees5774.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)56.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations67.8%
Local Government Employees67.8%
State Government Employees33.9%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total77100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Custer

According to the labor force statistics for Custer, out of the total population over 16 years of age (127), 62.2% or 79 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 2 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 3 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 40.0% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Custer
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years4 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years30 (93.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years22 (84.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (23.8%)2 (40.0%)
75 Years and over1 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total79 (62.2%)2 (2.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Custer

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Custer
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma19 (90.5%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree33 (84.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher17 (89.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total69 (87.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Custer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Custer are Community & Social Service (11 | 14.3%), Education Instruction & Library (11 | 14.3%), Management (9 | 11.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (2 | 2.6%), and Architecture & Engineering (2 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Custer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Custer, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Management (88.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Community & Social Service (63.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (63.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Custer
OccupationMaleFemale
Management8 (88.9%)1 (11.1%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 4 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library4 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)14 (60.9%)9 (39.1%)
Total (Overall)44 (57.1%)33 (42.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Custer are Food Preparation & Serving (18 | 23.4%), Security & Protection (1 | 1.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (1 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Custer

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Custer
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)44 (57.1%)33 (42.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Custer are , and Sales & Related (12 | 15.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Custer

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Custer
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Total (Overall)44 (57.1%)33 (42.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Custer are Construction & Extraction (3 | 3.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 2.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Custer

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Custer
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)44 (57.1%)33 (42.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Custer are , and Transportation (18 | 23.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Custer

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Custer
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)44 (57.1%)33 (42.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Custer

Employment Industries in Custer

The major employment industries in Custer include Accommodation & Food Services (18 | 23.4%), Transportation & Warehousing (16 | 20.8%), Educational Services (13 | 16.9%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (10 | 13.0%), and Retail Trade (7 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries in Custer

Employment Industries by Sex in Custer

The Custer industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Retail Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Custer
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services6 (46.2%)7 (53.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Total44 (57.1%)33 (42.9%)

Education in Custer

School Enrollment in Custer

The most common levels of schooling among the 28 students in Custer are elementary school (10 | 35.7%), high school (8 | 28.6%), and middle school (4 | 14.3%).
School Enrollment in Custer
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten27.1%
Elementary School1035.7%
Middle School414.3%
High School828.6%
College / Undergraduate414.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total28100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Custer

Out of a total of 28 students who are enrolled in schools in Custer, 2 (7.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 26 (92.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (28.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Custer
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds5 (71.4%)2 (28.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (92.9%)2 (7.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Custer

Education (14 | 53.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (7 | 26.9%), psychology (2 | 7.7%), engineering (2 | 7.7%), and science & technology (1 | 3.8%) are the most common fields of study among 26 individuals in Custer who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Custer
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural726.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology27.7%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering27.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology13.8%
Business00.0%
Education1453.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total26100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Custer

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Custer

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Custer are males with 2 vehicles (20, accounting for 45.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (21, making up 60.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Custer
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle3 (6.8%)5 (15.1%)
2 Vehicles20 (45.5%)21 (63.6%)
3 Vehicles2 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles8 (18.2%)2 (6.1%)
5 or more Vehicles11 (25.0%)5 (15.1%)
Total44 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Custer

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Custer are 30 to 34 minutes (34 commuters, 44.7%), 45 to 59 minutes (16 commuters, 21.0%), and less than 5 minutes (9 commuters, 11.8%).
Commute Time in Custer
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes911.8%
5 to 9 Minutes34.0%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes45.3%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes3444.7%
35 to 39 Minutes11.3%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1621.0%
60 to 89 Minutes810.5%
90 or more Minutes11.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Custer

The most common commute times in Custer are 45 to 59 minutes (16 commuters, 36.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (24 commuters, 75.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Custer
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes6 (13.6%)3 (9.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes1 (2.3%)2 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes2 (4.5%)2 (6.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes10 (22.7%)24 (75.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (3.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes16 (36.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes1 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Custer

The most frequent times of departure to work in Custer are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (23, 52.3%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (18, 56.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Custer
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (52.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4 (9.1%)4 (12.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM7 (15.9%)1 (3.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4 (9.1%)8 (25.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)1 (3.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)18 (56.2%)
Total44 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Custer

Occupancy by Ownership in Custer

Of the total 75 dwellings in Custer, owner-occupied units account for 63 (84.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 12 (16.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Custer
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6384.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1216.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units75100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Custer

Occupancy by Household Size in Custer
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3344.0%
2-Person Household3040.0%
3-Person Household56.7%
4+ Person Household79.3%
Total Housing Units75100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Custer

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Custer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household25 (75.8%)8 (24.2%)
2-Person Household30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Total Housing Units63 (84.0%)12 (16.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Custer

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Custer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)
High School Diploma31 (96.9%)1 (3.1%)
College/Associate Degree11 (84.6%)2 (15.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher15 (71.4%)6 (28.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Custer

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Custer
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years810.7%
35 to 44 Years45.3%
45 to 54 Years22.7%
55 to 64 Years3040.0%
65 to 74 Years1621.3%
75 to 84 Years1317.3%
85 Years and Over22.7%
Total75100.0%

Housing Finances in Custer

Median Income by Occupancy in Custer

Median Income by Occupancy in Custer
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied63 (84.0%)$78,125
Renter-Occupied12 (16.0%)$36,250
Average75 (100.0%)$63,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Custer

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Custer
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)3 (25.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9992 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9994 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (4.8%)1 (8.3%)
$20,000 to $24,9995 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9991 (1.6%)1 (8.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9999 (14.3%)3 (25.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9997 (11.1%)2 (16.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (30.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (12.7%)2 (16.7%)
$150,000 or more5 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Custer

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Custer
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3006 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49917 (27.0%)4 (33.3%)
$500 to $79915 (23.8%)4 (33.3%)
$800 to $99919 (30.2%)1 (8.3%)
$1,000 to $1,4995 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9991 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Custer

Housing Structures in Custer

Housing Structures in Custer
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5674.7%
Single Unit, Attached11.3%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments56.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other1317.3%
Total75100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Custer

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Custer
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached53 (94.6%)3 (5.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other10 (76.9%)3 (23.1%)
Total63 (84.0%)12 (16.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Custer

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Custer
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms2 (3.2%)4 (33.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms36 (57.1%)3 (25.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms10 (15.9%)5 (41.7%)
8 or more Rooms15 (23.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Custer

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Custer
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas44 (69.8%)3 (25.0%)
Electricity14 (22.2%)9 (75.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Custer

Household Vehicle Usage in Custer
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle4 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle12 (19.1%)8 (66.7%)
2 Vehicles27 (42.9%)2 (16.7%)
3 or more Vehicles20 (31.8%)2 (16.7%)
Total63 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Custer

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Custer

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3726
Median Property Value$134,400$114,700
Median Household Income$60,625$0
Monthly Housing Costs$468$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,295$1

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Custer

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Custer
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0003 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99911 (29.7%)3 (11.5%)
$100,000 to $299,99919 (51.3%)23 (88.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9993 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9991 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Custer

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Custer
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9997 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9991 (2.7%)5 (19.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9997 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9997 (18.9%)2 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9996 (16.2%)17 (65.4%)
$150,000 or more5 (13.5%)2 (7.7%)
Total37 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Custer

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Custer
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x23 (62.2%)98,167 (377,565.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x2 (5.4%)21 (80.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x1 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more11 (29.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Custer

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Custer
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80012 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49911 (29.7%)16 (61.5%)
$800 to $1,49914 (37.8%)7 (26.9%)
Total37 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Custer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Custer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Custer
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years20 (87.0%)3 (13.0%)
19 to 25 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total143 (98.0%)3 (2.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Custer

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Custer
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen20 (87.0%)3 (13.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Custer

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Custer
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00015 (83.3%)3 (16.7%)
$25,000 to $49,99923 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99919 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Custer

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Custer
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years15 (65.2%)5 (21.7%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years6 (75.0%)2 (25.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years2 (3.5%)56 (96.6%)
65 to 74 Years21 (100.0%)13 (61.9%)
75 Years and over16 (100.0%)13 (81.2%)
Total64 (43.8%)105 (71.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Custer

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Custer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (9.1%)4 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (77.8%)3 (42.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Custer

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Custer: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (9.1%)2 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (33.3%)2 (28.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Custer: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Custer: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (6.1%)2 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Custer: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (11.1%)2 (28.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Custer: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Custer

Computing Device Access in Custer

Computing Device Access in Custer
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5472.0%
Smartphone5573.3%
Tablet4661.3%
No Computing Device1013.3%
Total75100.0%

Internet Access in Custer

Internet Access in Custer
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home4864.0%
Cellular Data Only1013.3%
Satellite Internet68.0%
No Internet1216.0%
Total75100.0%

Custer Summary

Custer, Montana is a small town located in the south-central part of the state, in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. It is situated in the heart of the Little Belt Mountains, and is surrounded by the Lewis and Clark National Forest. The town was founded in 1883 and named after General George Armstrong Custer, who was killed at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876.

Geography

Custer is located in Cascade County, Montana, and is situated in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The town is surrounded by the Lewis and Clark National Forest, and is located at an elevation of 4,890 feet. The town is located on the banks of the Missouri River, and is approximately 25 miles south of Great Falls. The town is located in a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

Custer’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants. The town is also home to a small airport, which serves as a hub for recreational and business travelers. The town is also home to a number of small farms, which produce a variety of crops, including wheat, barley, and hay.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Custer had a population of 1,072. The population is predominantly white, with a small percentage of Native Americans and African Americans. The median household income is $37,500, and the median age is 44. The town has a high rate of poverty, with nearly one-third of the population living below the poverty line.

History

Custer was founded in 1883 and named after General George Armstrong Custer, who was killed at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. The town was originally a trading post for the Blackfeet Indians, and was later used as a supply point for miners and settlers. The town was incorporated in 1887, and the first post office was established in 1888. The town was a popular stop for travelers on the Great Northern Railway, and was also a popular destination for tourists. The town was also home to a number of saloons and gambling halls, which were popular with the miners and settlers.
In the early 1900s, the town began to decline, as the mining industry began to decline and the railroad began to bypass the town. The town was also hit hard by the Great Depression, and many of the businesses in the town closed. The town was revitalized in the 1950s, when the Lewis and Clark National Forest was established, and the town became a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts.
Today, Custer is a small, quiet town, with a population of just over 1,000. The town is still a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts, and is home to a number of small businesses. The town is also home to a number of small farms, which produce a variety of crops, including wheat, barley, and hay.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Custer?
Total Population of Custer is 146.
What is the Total Male Population of Custer?
Total Male Population of Custer is 68.
What is the Total Female Population of Custer?
Total Female Population of Custer is 78.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Custer?
There are 87.18 Males per 100 Females in Custer.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Custer?
There are 114.71 Females per 100 Males in Custer.
What is the Median Population Age in Custer?
Median Population Age in Custer is 59.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Custer
Average Family Size in Custer is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Custer
Average Household Size in Custer is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Custer?
Per Capita income in Custer is $35,805.
What is the Median Family Income in Custer?
Median Family Income in Custer is $96,250.
What is the Median Household income in Custer?
Median Household Income in Custer is $63,750.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Custer?
Inequality or Gini Index in Custer is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Custer?
There are 79 People in the Labor Forcein in Custer.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Custer?
62.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Custer.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Custer?
Unemployment Rate in Custer is 2.5%.