Polson, MT

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Polson Overview

5,218
TOTAL POPULATION
2,512
MALE POPULATION
2,706
FEMALE POPULATION
92.83
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.72
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,117
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,268
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,866
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
43.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
56.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,420
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Polson Zip Codes

Polson Area Codes

Race in Polson

The most populous races in Polson are White / Caucasian (3,266 | 62.6%), Native / Alaskan (921 | 17.6%), and Two or more Races (728 | 14.0%).
Race in Polson
Race# Population% Population
Asian601.1%
Black / African American300.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3657.0%
Native / Alaskan92117.6%
White / Caucasian3,26662.6%
Two or more Races72814.0%
Some other Race2134.1%
Total5,218100.0%

Ancestry in Polson

The most populous ancestries reported in Polson are German (923 | 17.7%), English (915 | 17.5%), Irish (858 | 16.4%), Mexican (340 | 6.5%), and American (324 | 6.2%), together accounting for 64.4% of all Polson residents.
Ancestry in Polson
Ancestry# Population% Population
American3246.2%
Arab1001.9%
Armenian110.2%
Austrian160.3%
Belgian120.2%
Blackfeet2074.0%
Canadian90.2%
Cheyenne330.6%
Chippewa541.0%
Choctaw130.3%
Comanche250.5%
Cree440.8%
Croatian140.3%
Crow100.2%
Czech190.4%
Danish440.8%
Dutch1272.4%
English91517.5%
European791.5%
French991.9%
French American Indian410.8%
French Canadian220.4%
German92317.7%
Irish85816.4%
Italian2114.0%
Lebanese1001.9%
Mexican3406.5%
Norwegian1613.1%
Peruvian250.5%
Polish380.7%
Portuguese200.4%
Potawatomi70.1%
Scandinavian90.2%
Scotch-Irish2394.6%
Scottish1172.2%
Sioux330.6%
Slovak100.2%
South American250.5%
Sri Lankan881.7%
Swedish541.0%
Swiss160.3%
Welsh681.3%
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Immigrants in Polson

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Polson came from Central America (158 | 3.0%), Latin America (158 | 3.0%), Mexico (158 | 3.0%), Asia (60 | 1.1%), and South Eastern Asia (39 | 0.7%), together accounting for 11.0% of all Polson residents.
Immigrants in Polson
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia601.1%
Canada90.2%
Central America1583.0%
Europe320.6%
Germany170.3%
Latin America1583.0%
Mexico1583.0%
South Central Asia210.4%
South Eastern Asia390.7%
Sri Lanka210.4%
Switzerland150.3%
Vietnam390.7%
Western Europe320.6%
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Sex and Age in Polson

Sex and Age in Polson

The most populous age groups in Polson are 55 to 59 Years (273 | 10.9%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (266 | 9.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Polson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years165 (6.6%)151 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Years172 (6.9%)83 (3.1%)
10 to 14 Years128 (5.1%)175 (6.5%)
15 to 19 Years193 (7.7%)58 (2.1%)
20 to 24 Years149 (5.9%)266 (9.8%)
25 to 29 Years167 (6.7%)96 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Years161 (6.4%)127 (4.7%)
35 to 39 Years125 (5.0%)125 (4.6%)
40 to 44 Years34 (1.3%)128 (4.7%)
45 to 49 Years96 (3.8%)141 (5.2%)
50 to 54 Years180 (7.2%)237 (8.8%)
55 to 59 Years273 (10.9%)194 (7.2%)
60 to 64 Years130 (5.2%)245 (9.0%)
65 to 69 Years182 (7.2%)186 (6.9%)
70 to 74 Years141 (5.6%)178 (6.6%)
75 to 79 Years86 (3.4%)100 (3.7%)
80 to 84 Years120 (4.8%)146 (5.4%)
85 Years and over10 (0.4%)70 (2.6%)
Total2,512 (100.0%)2,706 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Polson

Median Family Size in Polson

The median family size in Polson is 2.86 persons per family, with single male/father families (109 | 8.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.61 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (348 | 26.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Polson
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple840 (64.8%)2.86
Single Male/Father109 (8.4%)3.61
Single Female/Mother348 (26.8%)2.63
Total Families1,297 (100.0%)2.86

Median Household Size in Polson

The median household size in Polson is 2.28 persons per household, with single male/father households (109 | 4.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.74 persons per household. non-family households (934 | 41.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.38 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Polson
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple840 (37.7%)2.86
Single Male/Father109 (4.9%)3.74
Single Female/Mother348 (15.6%)2.85
Non-family934 (41.9%)1.38
Total Households2,231 (100.0%)2.28

Household Size by Marriage Status in Polson

Out of a total of 2,231 households in Polson, 1,297 (58.1%) are family households, while 934 (41.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 823, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 683.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Polson
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-683 (30.6%)
2-Person Households823 (36.9%)244 (10.9%)
3-Person Households244 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households130 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households71 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households29 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)7 (0.3%)
Total1,297 (58.1%)934 (41.9%)

Female Fertility in Polson

Fertility by Age in Polson

Average fertility rate in Polson is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 101.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Polson
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 years41 (100.0%)101.0
Total41 (100.0%)43.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Polson

12.2% of women with births (41) in Polson are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 87.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 87.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Polson
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years5 (12.2%)36 (87.8%)
Total5 (12.2%)36 (87.8%)

Fertility by Education in Polson

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Polson
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma36 (87.8%)99.0
College or Associate's Degree5 (12.2%)14.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total41 (100.0%)43.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Polson

87.8% of women with births in Polson are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Polson
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (12.2%)36 (87.8%)

Income in Polson

Income Overview in Polson

Per Capita Income in Polson is $27,117, while median incomes of families and households are $60,268 and $48,866 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,218$27,117
Median Family Income1,297$60,268
Mean Family Income1,297$72,465
Median Household Income2,231$48,866
Mean Household Income2,231$59,007
Income Deficit1,297$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,21843.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,21856.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,2180.42

Earnings by Sex in Polson

Average Earnings in Polson are $26,296, $35,584 for men and $19,970 for women, a difference of 43.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Polson
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,256 (47.6%)$35,584
Female1,380 (52.3%)$19,970
Total2,636 (100.0%)$26,296

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Polson

The most common earnings brackets in Polson are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (149 | 11.9%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (208 | 15.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Polson
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less107 (8.5%)52 (3.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99918 (1.4%)121 (8.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49984 (6.7%)136 (9.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99933 (2.6%)68 (4.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)49 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99925 (2.0%)55 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49971 (5.7%)128 (9.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99947 (3.7%)82 (5.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)48 (3.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99960 (4.8%)106 (7.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99979 (6.3%)20 (1.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99979 (6.3%)92 (6.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999149 (11.9%)80 (5.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99974 (5.9%)21 (1.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99936 (2.9%)24 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $54,99937 (2.9%)15 (1.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99966 (5.2%)208 (15.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99984 (6.7%)31 (2.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99996 (7.6%)36 (2.6%)
$100,000+111 (8.8%)8 (0.6%)
Total1,256 (100.0%)1,380 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Polson

Average earnings in Polson are $39,048 for men and $23,878 for women, a difference of 38.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $64,405, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $24,638. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,658, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $17,098.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Polson
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$24,638$20,435
College or Associate's Degree$38,095$24,615
Bachelor's Degree$55,306$17,098
Graduate Degree$64,405$36,438
Total$39,048$23,878

Family Income in Polson

Family Income Brackets in Polson

According to the Polson family income data, there are 315 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 36 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Polson
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000997.6%
$10,000 to $14,999362.8%
$15,000 to $24,999896.9%
$25,000 to $34,999896.9%
$35,000 to $49,99919314.9%
$50,000 to $74,99931524.3%
$75,000 to $99,99920415.7%
$100,000 to $149,99914711.3%
$150,000 to $199,999846.5%
$200,000+423.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Polson

4-person families (117 | 9.0%) account for the highest median family income in Polson with $101,513 per family, while 3-person families (219 | 16.9%) have the highest median income of $26,133 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Polson
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families876 (67.5%)$51,468
3-Person Families219 (16.9%)$78,398
4-Person Families117 (9.0%)$101,513
5-Person Families56 (4.3%)$0
6-Person Families29 (2.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,297 (100.0%)$60,268

Family Income by Number of Earners in Polson

The median family income in Polson is $60,268, with families comprising 3+ earners (150) having the highest median family income of $113,750, while families with 1 earner (522) have the lowest median family income of $38,393, accounting for 11.6% and 40.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Polson
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners261 (20.1%)$41,211
1 Earner522 (40.3%)$38,393
2 Earners364 (28.1%)$85,543
3+ Earners150 (11.6%)$113,750
Total1,297 (100.0%)$60,268

Household Income in Polson

Household Income Brackets in Polson

With 515 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Polson, accounting for 23.1% of all households. In contrast, only 42 households (1.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Polson
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001908.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991165.2%
$15,000 to $24,99923210.4%
$25,000 to $34,99923210.4%
$35,000 to $49,99936816.5%
$50,000 to $74,99951523.1%
$75,000 to $99,99927912.5%
$100,000 to $149,9991747.8%
$150,000 to $199,999853.8%
$200,000+421.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Polson

The median household income in Polson is $48,866, with the highest median household income of $63,033 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 788 households (35.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,458, with 185 households (8.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Polson
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years185 (8.3%)$27,458
25 to 44 Years509 (22.8%)$53,516
45 to 64 Years788 (35.3%)$63,033
65+ Years749 (33.6%)$39,756
Total2,231 (100.0%)$48,866

Poverty in Polson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Polson

With 20.0% poverty level for males and 17.5% for females among the residents of Polson, under 5 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 109 males (70.3%) and 76 females (34.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Polson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years109 (70.3%)23 (16.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years31 (15.6%)24 (15.4%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)15 (17.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years95 (42.8%)97 (32.1%)
25 to 34 Years69 (21.6%)76 (34.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)13 (5.1%)
45 to 54 Years13 (4.9%)81 (21.7%)
55 to 64 Years97 (24.7%)78 (18.4%)
65 to 74 Years41 (13.1%)19 (5.3%)
75 Years and over21 (9.9%)34 (11.5%)
Total485 (20.0%)460 (17.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Polson

According to the poverty statistics in Polson, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 16 and 17 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 Polson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years46 (29.7%)116 (83.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years168 (84.4%)132 (84.6%)
12 to 14 Years80 (100.0%)73 (83.0%)
15 Years31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years80 (89.9%)22 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years127 (57.2%)205 (67.9%)
25 to 34 Years251 (78.4%)147 (65.9%)
35 to 44 Years143 (100.0%)240 (94.9%)
45 to 54 Years253 (95.1%)293 (78.3%)
55 to 64 Years295 (75.3%)346 (81.6%)
65 to 74 Years271 (86.9%)336 (94.7%)
75 Years and over191 (90.1%)263 (88.5%)
Total1,936 (80.0%)2,173 (82.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Polson

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Polson show that 4.9% or 41 of the total 840 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 6.5%, comprising of 41 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Polson
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children588 (93.5%)41 (6.5%)
1 or 2 Children182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total799 (95.1%)41 (4.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Polson

According to the poverty data in Polson, 34.9% or 38 single-father households and 31.0% or 108 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (48.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (80.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Polson
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children38 (48.1%)12 (7.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)75 (49.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)21 (80.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (34.9%)108 (31.0%)

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

The poverty data for Polson shows that 41 of the married-couple family households (4.9%) and 146 of the single-parent households (32.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 households (6.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 household (80.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Polson
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children41 (6.5%)50 (20.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)75 (41.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)21 (80.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total41 (4.9%)146 (32.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Polson

Employment by Class of Employer in Polson

Among the 2,264 employed individuals in Polson, private company employees (1,380 | 61.0%), not-for-profit organizations (397 | 17.5%), and local government employees (210 | 9.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Polson
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,38061.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)652.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)914.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations39717.5%
Local Government Employees2109.3%
State Government Employees1084.8%
Federal Government Employees130.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,264100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Polson

According to the labor force statistics for Polson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,313), 56.1% or 2,420 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 155 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 93.5% or 246 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 33.3% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Polson
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years106 (48.2%)7 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Years360 (86.7%)15 (4.2%)
25 to 29 Years246 (93.5%)50 (20.3%)
30 to 34 Years196 (68.1%)25 (12.8%)
35 to 44 Years331 (80.3%)36 (10.9%)
45 to 54 Years488 (74.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years269 (57.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years141 (37.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years214 (31.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over69 (13.0%)23 (33.3%)
Total2,420 (56.1%)155 (6.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Polson

According to labor force statistics for Polson, 68.0% of individuals (1,672) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,459) are in the labor force, with 6.6% or 110 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 78.0% or 425 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 21.4% or 98 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Polson
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School170 (70.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma459 (52.2%)188 (21.4%)
College / Associate Degree617 (77.6%)17 (2.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher425 (78.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,672 (68.0%)162 (6.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Polson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Polson are Management (293 | 12.9%), Community & Social Service (221 | 9.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (142 | 6.3%), Education Instruction & Library (108 | 4.8%), and Education, Arts & Media (76 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Polson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Polson, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (94.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (84.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Polson
OccupationMaleFemale
Management99 (33.8%)194 (66.2%)
Business & Financial18 (52.9%)16 (47.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science70 (94.6%)4 (5.4%)
Computers & Mathematics27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science27 (87.1%)4 (12.9%)
Community & Social Service 49 (22.2%)172 (77.8%)
Education, Arts & Media4 (5.3%)72 (94.7%)
Legal Services & Support18 (66.7%)9 (33.3%)
Education Instruction & Library17 (15.7%)91 (84.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating26 (18.3%)116 (81.7%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Total (Category)262 (34.3%)502 (65.7%)
Total (Overall)1,060 (46.8%)1,204 (53.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Polson are Healthcare Support (224 | 9.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (202 | 8.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (77 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (31 | 1.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (31 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in Polson

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Polson, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (74.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (76.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (48.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Polson
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support52 (23.2%)172 (76.8%)
Security & Protection31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving104 (51.5%)98 (48.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance57 (74.0%)20 (26.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total (Category)244 (43.3%)320 (56.7%)
Total (Overall)1,060 (46.8%)1,204 (53.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Polson are Sales & Related (277 | 12.2%), and Office & Administration (246 | 10.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Polson

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Polson
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related152 (54.9%)125 (45.1%)
Office & Administration66 (26.8%)180 (73.2%)
Total (Category)218 (41.7%)305 (58.3%)
Total (Overall)1,060 (46.8%)1,204 (53.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Polson are Construction & Extraction (61 | 2.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (53 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (42 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Polson

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Polson
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry2 (4.8%)40 (95.2%)
Construction & Extraction61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)116 (74.4%)40 (25.6%)
Total (Overall)1,060 (46.8%)1,204 (53.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Polson are Material Moving (121 | 5.3%), Transportation (73 | 3.2%), and Production (63 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Polson

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Polson
OccupationMaleFemale
Production63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation36 (49.3%)37 (50.7%)
Material Moving121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)220 (85.6%)37 (14.4%)
Total (Overall)1,060 (46.8%)1,204 (53.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Polson

Employment Industries in Polson

The major employment industries in Polson include Retail Trade (529 | 23.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (494 | 21.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (192 | 8.5%), Public Administration (160 | 7.1%), and Educational Services (153 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Polson

Employment Industries by Sex in Polson

The Polson industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (97.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (79.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Polson
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (2.7%)73 (97.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing61 (50.4%)60 (49.6%)
Wholesale Trade6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade333 (62.9%)196 (37.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (22.2%)21 (77.8%)
Utilities24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information36 (27.3%)96 (72.7%)
Finance & Insurance30 (68.2%)14 (31.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific94 (84.7%)17 (15.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support25 (55.6%)20 (44.4%)
Educational Services62 (40.5%)91 (59.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance168 (34.0%)326 (66.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services40 (20.8%)152 (79.2%)
Public Administration58 (36.2%)102 (63.7%)
Total1,060 (46.8%)1,204 (53.2%)

Education in Polson

School Enrollment in Polson

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,030 students in Polson are elementary school (255 | 24.8%), middle school (254 | 24.7%), and high school (235 | 22.8%).
School Enrollment in Polson
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool555.3%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School25524.8%
Middle School25424.7%
High School23522.8%
College / Undergraduate20019.4%
Graduate / Professional313.0%
Total1,030100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Polson

Out of a total of 1,030 students who are enrolled in schools in Polson, 84 (8.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 946 (91.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 42 (31.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 55 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Polson
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old249 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds260 (87.5%)37 (12.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds91 (68.4%)42 (31.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over37 (88.1%)5 (11.9%)
Total946 (91.8%)84 (8.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Polson

Science & technology (200 | 18.3%), education (122 | 11.2%), business (115 | 10.5%), liberal arts & history (111 | 10.2%), and social sciences (109 | 10.0%) are the most common fields of study among 1,091 individuals in Polson who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Polson
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics272.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural343.1%
Physical & Health Sciences272.5%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences10910.0%
Engineering545.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology20018.3%
Business11510.5%
Education12211.2%
Literature & Languages978.9%
Liberal Arts & History11110.2%
Visual & Performing Arts444.0%
Communications656.0%
Arts & Humanities867.9%
Total1,091100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Polson

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Polson

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Polson are males with 2 vehicles (542, accounting for 51.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (572, making up 45.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Polson
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle53 (5.0%)41 (3.4%)
1 Vehicle190 (18.0%)389 (32.4%)
2 Vehicles542 (51.3%)572 (47.6%)
3 Vehicles130 (12.3%)83 (6.9%)
4 Vehicles118 (11.2%)117 (9.7%)
5 or more Vehicles23 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,056 (100.0%)1,202 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Polson

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Polson are 5 to 9 minutes (613 commuters, 27.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (525 commuters, 23.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (293 commuters, 13.1%).
Commute Time in Polson
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes24510.9%
5 to 9 Minutes61327.4%
10 to 14 Minutes52523.4%
15 to 19 Minutes29313.1%
20 to 24 Minutes1607.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1155.1%
30 to 34 Minutes1004.5%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes200.9%
60 to 89 Minutes1074.8%
90 or more Minutes632.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Polson

The most common commute times in Polson are 5 to 9 minutes (259 commuters, 24.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (354 commuters, 29.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Polson
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes77 (7.3%)168 (14.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes259 (24.7%)354 (29.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes223 (21.2%)302 (25.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes162 (15.4%)131 (11.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes53 (5.1%)107 (9.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes82 (7.8%)33 (2.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes80 (7.6%)20 (1.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)20 (1.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes51 (4.9%)56 (4.7%)
90 or more Minutes63 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Polson

The most frequent times of departure to work in Polson are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (229, 21.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (286, 24.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Polson
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM70 (6.7%)10 (0.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM26 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM50 (4.8%)17 (1.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM36 (3.4%)25 (2.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM37 (3.5%)30 (2.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM82 (7.8%)154 (12.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM229 (21.8%)286 (24.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM105 (10.0%)166 (13.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM87 (8.3%)12 (1.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM132 (12.6%)72 (6.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM2 (0.2%)157 (13.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM24 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM122 (11.6%)168 (14.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM48 (4.6%)94 (7.9%)
Total1,050 (100.0%)1,191 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Polson

Occupancy by Ownership in Polson

Of the total 2,231 dwellings in Polson, owner-occupied units account for 1,109 (49.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,122 (50.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Polson
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,10949.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,12250.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,231100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Polson

Occupancy by Household Size in Polson
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household68330.6%
2-Person Household1,06747.8%
3-Person Household24410.9%
4+ Person Household23710.6%
Total Housing Units2,231100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Polson

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Polson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household343 (50.2%)340 (49.8%)
2-Person Household544 (51.0%)523 (49.0%)
3-Person Household65 (26.6%)179 (73.4%)
4+ Person Household157 (66.2%)80 (33.8%)
Total Housing Units1,109 (49.7%)1,122 (50.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Polson

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Polson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School90 (42.9%)120 (57.1%)
High School Diploma174 (27.2%)467 (72.9%)
College/Associate Degree361 (51.9%)335 (48.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher484 (70.8%)200 (29.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Polson

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Polson
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years43719.6%
35 to 44 Years25711.5%
45 to 54 Years35616.0%
55 to 64 Years43219.4%
65 to 74 Years37116.6%
75 to 84 Years33114.8%
85 Years and Over472.1%
Total2,231100.0%

Housing Finances in Polson

Median Income by Occupancy in Polson

Median Income by Occupancy in Polson
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,109 (49.7%)$60,625
Renter-Occupied1,122 (50.3%)$37,553
Average2,231 (100.0%)$48,866

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Polson

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Polson
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00034 (3.1%)111 (9.9%)
$5,000 to $9,99937 (3.3%)7 (0.6%)
$10,000 to $14,99924 (2.2%)91 (8.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99936 (3.3%)78 (7.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99923 (2.1%)95 (8.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99989 (8.0%)143 (12.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999184 (16.6%)183 (16.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999273 (24.6%)243 (21.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999190 (17.1%)89 (7.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999136 (12.3%)39 (3.5%)
$150,000 or more83 (7.5%)43 (3.8%)
Total1,109 (100.0%)1,122 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Polson

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Polson
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30030 (2.7%)77 (6.9%)
$300 to $499199 (17.9%)41 (3.6%)
$500 to $799103 (9.3%)219 (19.5%)
$800 to $99982 (7.4%)393 (35.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499282 (25.4%)297 (26.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999272 (24.5%)38 (3.4%)
$2,000 to $2,49974 (6.7%)17 (1.5%)
$2,500 to $2,99929 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more38 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,109 (100.0%)1,122 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Polson

Housing Structures in Polson

Housing Structures in Polson
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,34760.4%
Single Unit, Attached210.9%
2 Unit Apartments1094.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments39017.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments693.1%
10 or more Apartments2019.0%
Mobile Home / Other944.2%
Total2,231100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Polson

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Polson
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached977 (72.5%)370 (27.5%)
Single Unit, Attached15 (71.4%)6 (28.6%)
2 Unit Apartments27 (24.8%)82 (75.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments14 (3.6%)376 (96.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments18 (26.1%)51 (73.9%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)201 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other58 (61.7%)36 (38.3%)
Total1,109 (49.7%)1,122 (50.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Polson

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Polson
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)11 (1.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms18 (1.6%)308 (27.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms313 (28.2%)637 (56.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms454 (40.9%)166 (14.8%)
8 or more Rooms324 (29.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,109 (100.0%)1,122 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Polson

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Polson
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas39 (3.5%)5 (0.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas261 (23.5%)41 (3.6%)
Electricity727 (65.5%)1,036 (92.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene24 (2.2%)28 (2.5%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels58 (5.2%)12 (1.1%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,109 (100.0%)1,122 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Polson

Household Vehicle Usage in Polson
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle28 (2.5%)88 (7.8%)
1 Vehicle262 (23.6%)591 (52.7%)
2 Vehicles554 (49.9%)397 (35.4%)
3 or more Vehicles265 (23.9%)46 (4.1%)
Total1,109 (100.0%)1,122 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Polson

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Polson

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units366743
Median Property Value$249,300$293,200
Median Household Income$40,769$66
Monthly Housing Costs$470$38
Real Estate Taxes$1,699$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Polson

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Polson
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00050 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)14 (1.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999158 (43.2%)365 (49.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99970 (19.1%)252 (33.9%)
$500,000 to $749,99967 (18.3%)67 (9.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more21 (5.7%)45 (6.1%)
Total366 (100.0%)743 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Polson

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Polson
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00037 (10.1%)33 (4.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99961 (16.7%)34 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99925 (6.8%)22 (3.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999123 (33.6%)64 (8.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99960 (16.4%)61 (8.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (3.3%)213 (28.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99931 (8.5%)178 (24.0%)
$150,000 or more17 (4.6%)105 (14.1%)
Total366 (100.0%)743 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Polson

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Polson
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x50 (13.7%)73,185 (9,849.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x51 (13.9%)142 (19.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x21 (5.7%)93 (12.5%)
4.0x or more244 (66.7%)90 (12.1%)
Total366 (100.0%)743 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Polson

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Polson
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80061 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49990 (24.6%)39 (5.2%)
$800 to $1,499202 (55.2%)84 (11.3%)
Total366 (100.0%)743 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Polson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polson
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years251 (79.4%)65 (20.6%)
6 to 18 Years650 (82.5%)138 (17.5%)
19 to 25 Years321 (70.6%)134 (29.4%)
26 to 34 Years421 (80.3%)103 (19.7%)
35 to 44 Years288 (72.7%)108 (27.3%)
45 to 54 Years540 (84.4%)100 (15.6%)
55 to 64 Years591 (72.4%)225 (27.6%)
65 to 74 Years667 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older509 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,238 (82.9%)873 (17.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Polson

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Polson
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born251 (79.4%)65 (20.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen650 (82.5%)138 (17.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen321 (70.6%)134 (29.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Polson

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Polson
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000857 (87.3%)125 (12.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999916 (80.8%)218 (19.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999980 (93.7%)66 (6.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999482 (73.4%)175 (26.6%)
$100,000 and over987 (77.3%)289 (22.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polson

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Polson
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6193 (61.1%)58 (18.3%)
6 to 18 Years346 (43.9%)316 (40.1%)
19 to 25 Years127 (27.9%)250 (54.9%)
25 to 34 Years182 (34.7%)244 (46.6%)
35 to 44 Years95 (24.0%)220 (55.6%)
45 to 54 Years207 (32.3%)370 (57.8%)
55 to 64 Years237 (29.0%)381 (46.7%)
65 to 74 Years642 (96.3%)336 (50.4%)
75 Years and over509 (100.0%)418 (82.1%)
Total2,538 (49.7%)2,593 (50.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Polson

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Polson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years76 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years105 (19.4%)15 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years178 (22.2%)124 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years81 (26.0%)128 (36.1%)
75 Years and over95 (44.8%)121 (40.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Polson

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Polson: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years27 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years30 (3.7%)9 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years66 (21.1%)27 (7.6%)
75 Years and over47 (22.2%)69 (23.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Polson: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years28 (5.2%)15 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)30 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years13 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over41 (19.3%)60 (20.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Polson: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years76 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years73 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years137 (17.1%)39 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years15 (4.8%)101 (28.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (1.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Polson: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years48 (6.0%)109 (10.4%)
65 to 74 Years15 (4.8%)101 (28.4%)
75 Years and over11 (5.2%)75 (25.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Polson: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (4.4%)26 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Polson

Computing Device Access in Polson

Computing Device Access in Polson
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,72577.3%
Smartphone1,71676.9%
Tablet1,25556.2%
No Computing Device24611.0%
Total2,231100.0%

Internet Access in Polson

Internet Access in Polson
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet261.2%
Broadband Home1,59071.3%
Cellular Data Only2049.1%
Satellite Internet1265.7%
No Internet35315.8%
Total2,231100.0%

Polson Summary

Polson, Montana is a small city located on the Flathead Indian Reservation in the northwestern corner of the state. It is the county seat of Lake County and is situated on the south shore of Flathead Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake in the western United States. The city is home to a population of 4,488 people, according to the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Polson was first inhabited by the Salish and Kootenai tribes of Native Americans. The first non-native settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the town was officially founded in 1891. The town was named after David Polson, a local rancher and businessman.
In the early 1900s, the town began to grow as a center for logging and agriculture. The Flathead Indian Reservation was established in 1910, and the town of Polson was incorporated in 1912.

Geography

Polson is located in the northwestern corner of Montana, on the south shore of Flathead Lake. The city is situated at an elevation of 2,945 feet above sea level. The city is surrounded by mountains, including the Mission Mountains to the east and the Swan Range to the west.
The city covers an area of 4.3 square miles, and is located approximately 30 miles south of Kalispell and 40 miles north of Missoula.

Economy

The economy of Polson is largely based on tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing. The city is home to several tourist attractions, including the Miracle of America Museum, the Flathead Lake State Park, and the National Bison Range.
Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy, with the area producing a variety of crops, including wheat, barley, hay, and potatoes.
Manufacturing is also an important part of the local economy, with the city home to several factories, including a paper mill, a wood products plant, and a food processing plant.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, the population of Polson was 4,488. The racial makeup of the city was 90.3% White, 0.7% African American, 4.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.7% of the population.
The median household income in Polson was $35,938, and the median family income was $41,944. The per capita income for the city was $19,845. About 14.2% of families and 17.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.3% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Polson?
Total Population of Polson is 5,218.
What is the Total Male Population of Polson?
Total Male Population of Polson is 2,512.
What is the Total Female Population of Polson?
Total Female Population of Polson is 2,706.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Polson?
There are 92.83 Males per 100 Females in Polson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Polson?
There are 107.72 Females per 100 Males in Polson.
What is the Median Population Age in Polson?
Median Population Age in Polson is 47.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Polson
Average Family Size in Polson is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Polson
Average Household Size in Polson is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Polson?
Per Capita income in Polson is $27,117.
What is the Median Family Income in Polson?
Median Family Income in Polson is $60,268.
What is the Median Household income in Polson?
Median Household Income in Polson is $48,866.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Polson?
Income or Wage Gap in Polson is 43.9%.
Women in Polson earn 56.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Polson?
Inequality or Gini Index in Polson is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Polson?
There are 2,420 People in the Labor Forcein in Polson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Polson?
56.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Polson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Polson?
Unemployment Rate in Polson is 6.4%.