Flathead County, MT

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Flathead County Overview

105,950
TOTAL POPULATION
53,095
MALE POPULATION
52,855
FEMALE POPULATION
100.45
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.55
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,984
PER CAPITA INCOME
$82,539
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,025
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,450
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
53,810
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Flathead County Area Codes

Race in Flathead County

The most populous races in Flathead County are White / Caucasian (97,452 | 92.0%), Two or more Races (5,143 | 4.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (3,471 | 3.3%).
Race in Flathead County
Race# Population% Population
Asian8710.8%
Black / African American3340.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3,4713.3%
Native / Alaskan1,1381.1%
White / Caucasian97,45292.0%
Two or more Races5,1434.9%
Some other Race1,0121.0%
Total105,950100.0%

Ancestry in Flathead County

The most populous ancestries reported in Flathead County are German (24,212 | 22.9%), English (16,214 | 15.3%), Irish (14,178 | 13.4%), Norwegian (8,813 | 8.3%), and American (4,704 | 4.4%), together accounting for 64.3% of all Flathead County residents.
Ancestry in Flathead County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alaska Native340.0%
Aleut320.0%
American4,7044.4%
Apache280.0%
Arab2660.3%
Armenian1200.1%
Australian700.1%
Austrian2150.2%
Basque150.0%
Belgian2390.2%
Bhutanese1730.2%
Blackfeet5220.5%
British5100.5%
Burmese2020.2%
Cajun50.0%
Canadian2160.2%
Celtic440.0%
Central American1500.1%
Cherokee1740.2%
Cheyenne510.1%
Chickasaw880.1%
Chilean290.0%
Chippewa5250.5%
Choctaw210.0%
Colombian820.1%
Colville180.0%
Comanche40.0%
Costa Rican60.0%
Cree1570.2%
Croatian2260.2%
Crow920.1%
Cuban590.1%
Czech4680.4%
Czechoslovakian710.1%
Danish1,0581.0%
Dominican100.0%
Dutch2,0091.9%
Dutch West Indian680.1%
Eastern European2000.2%
Egyptian1650.2%
English16,21415.3%
European2,2542.1%
Filipino750.1%
Finnish9790.9%
French3,3733.2%
French American Indian170.0%
French Canadian6050.6%
German24,21222.9%
German Russian670.1%
Greek2210.2%
Guatemalan520.1%
Hungarian4660.4%
Icelander270.0%
Indian (Asian)3260.3%
Inupiat140.0%
Iranian430.0%
Irish14,17813.4%
Italian4,2694.0%
Jamaican420.0%
Japanese50.0%
Korean5270.5%
Latvian30.0%
Lebanese630.1%
Lithuanian1460.1%
Lumbee40.0%
Luxembourger80.0%
Maltese190.0%
Mexican2,1252.0%
Mexican American Indian790.1%
Native Hawaiian1340.1%
Navajo10.0%
Nicaraguan240.0%
Nigerian120.0%
Northern European5440.5%
Norwegian8,8138.3%
Paiute230.0%
Panamanian650.1%
Paraguayan320.0%
Pennsylvania German570.1%
Peruvian730.1%
Polish1,5561.5%
Portuguese1820.2%
Puerto Rican370.0%
Puget Sound Salish150.0%
Romanian1480.1%
Russian6630.6%
Salvadoran30.0%
Samoan300.0%
Scandinavian1,5621.5%
Scotch-Irish9580.9%
Scottish3,5543.4%
Seminole100.0%
Serbian720.1%
Shoshone200.0%
Sioux1630.2%
Slavic470.0%
Slovak1150.1%
Slovene960.1%
South African200.0%
South American2160.2%
South American Indian510.1%
Spaniard4210.4%
Spanish1990.2%
Spanish American570.1%
Sri Lankan980.1%
Subsaharan African650.1%
Swedish3,9183.7%
Swiss4910.5%
Syrian100.0%
Thai1520.1%
Turkish1820.2%
Ukrainian6920.6%
Welsh6860.6%
Yugoslavian700.1%
Yup'ik540.1%
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Immigrants in Flathead County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Flathead County came from Europe (1,001 | 0.9%), Canada (751 | 0.7%), Asia (656 | 0.6%), Eastern Europe (565 | 0.5%), and Latin America (434 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.2% of all Flathead County residents.
Immigrants in Flathead County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1590.2%
Asia6560.6%
Australia320.0%
Austria30.0%
Belgium100.0%
Bulgaria190.0%
Canada7510.7%
Caribbean40.0%
Central America3180.3%
China1680.2%
Colombia540.1%
Czechoslovakia120.0%
Denmark130.0%
Dominican Republic40.0%
Eastern Africa10.0%
Eastern Asia2640.3%
Eastern Europe5650.5%
Egypt1410.1%
England850.1%
Europe1,0010.9%
Germany2100.2%
Guatemala520.1%
Hungary210.0%
India470.0%
Iran270.0%
Ireland10.0%
Italy100.0%
Japan550.1%
Kazakhstan410.0%
Korea410.0%
Latin America4340.4%
Malaysia170.0%
Mexico2380.2%
Moldova420.0%
Netherlands150.0%
Northern Africa1410.1%
Northern Europe1830.2%
Oceania320.0%
Panama280.0%
Peru260.0%
Philippines2200.2%
Poland260.0%
Portugal20.0%
Romania990.1%
Russia880.1%
Scotland290.0%
South Africa170.0%
South America1120.1%
South Central Asia1150.1%
South Eastern Asia2710.3%
Southern Europe120.0%
Switzerland30.0%
Taiwan510.1%
Thailand50.0%
Ukraine2580.2%
Vietnam290.0%
Western Asia60.0%
Western Europe2410.2%
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Sex and Age in Flathead County

Sex and Age in Flathead County

The most populous age groups in Flathead County are 60 to 64 Years (4,106 | 7.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (4,501 | 8.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Flathead County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,839 (5.3%)2,851 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Years3,584 (6.8%)2,671 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years3,311 (6.2%)3,636 (6.9%)
15 to 19 Years3,286 (6.2%)2,843 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years2,658 (5.0%)2,521 (4.8%)
25 to 29 Years3,061 (5.8%)3,212 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years3,300 (6.2%)3,169 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Years3,607 (6.8%)3,190 (6.0%)
40 to 44 Years3,256 (6.1%)3,573 (6.8%)
45 to 49 Years3,307 (6.2%)3,083 (5.8%)
50 to 54 Years3,114 (5.9%)3,054 (5.8%)
55 to 59 Years3,288 (6.2%)3,315 (6.3%)
60 to 64 Years4,106 (7.7%)4,501 (8.5%)
65 to 69 Years3,547 (6.7%)3,853 (7.3%)
70 to 74 Years3,167 (6.0%)3,207 (6.1%)
75 to 79 Years1,893 (3.6%)1,986 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years1,186 (2.2%)1,060 (2.0%)
85 Years and over585 (1.1%)1,130 (2.1%)
Total53,095 (100.0%)52,855 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Flathead County

Median Family Size in Flathead County

The median family size in Flathead County is 3.07 persons per family, with single male/father families (1,683 | 6.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.16 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (22,704 | 82.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.05 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Flathead County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple22,704 (82.5%)3.05
Single Male/Father1,683 (6.1%)3.16
Single Female/Mother3,120 (11.3%)3.14
Total Families27,507 (100.0%)3.07

Median Household Size in Flathead County

The median household size in Flathead County is 2.48 persons per household, with single male/father households (1,683 | 4.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.7 persons per household. non-family households (14,647 | 34.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Flathead County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple22,704 (53.9%)3.08
Single Male/Father1,683 (4.0%)3.70
Single Female/Mother3,120 (7.4%)3.41
Non-family14,647 (34.7%)1.22
Total Households42,154 (100.0%)2.48

Household Size by Marriage Status in Flathead County

Out of a total of 42,154 households in Flathead County, 27,507 (65.2%) are family households, while 14,647 (34.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 14,962, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 12,200.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Flathead County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-12,200 (28.9%)
2-Person Households14,962 (35.5%)2,217 (5.3%)
3-Person Households4,844 (11.5%)180 (0.4%)
4-Person Households4,570 (10.8%)37 (0.1%)
5-Person Households1,920 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households747 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households464 (1.1%)13 (0.0%)
Total27,507 (65.2%)14,647 (34.7%)

Female Fertility in Flathead County

Fertility by Age in Flathead County

Average fertility rate in Flathead County is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 87.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 76.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Flathead County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years28 (2.8%)10.0
20 to 34 years778 (76.9%)87.0
35 to 50 years206 (20.4%)20.0
Total1,012 (100.0%)46.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Flathead County

78.8% of women with births (1,012) in Flathead County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 50.0% 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 1.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Flathead County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years14 (50.0%)14 (50.0%)
20 to 34 years581 (74.7%)197 (25.3%)
35 to 50 years202 (98.1%)4 (1.9%)
Total797 (78.7%)215 (21.2%)

Fertility by Education in Flathead County

Average fertility rate in Flathead County is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 76.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 41.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Flathead County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School87 (8.6%)29.0
High School Diploma130 (12.9%)27.0
College or Associate's Degree423 (41.8%)56.0
Bachelor's Degree233 (23.0%)47.0
Graduate Degree139 (13.7%)76.0
Total1,012 (100.0%)46.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Flathead County

21.2% of women with births in Flathead County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 83.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Flathead County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School14 (16.1%)73 (83.9%)
High School Diploma88 (67.7%)42 (32.3%)
College or Associate's Degree335 (79.2%)88 (20.8%)
Bachelor's Degree221 (94.9%)12 (5.1%)
Graduate Degree139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total797 (78.7%)215 (21.2%)

Income in Flathead County

Income Overview in Flathead County

Per Capita Income in Flathead County is $37,984, while median incomes of families and households are $82,539 and $68,025 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income105,950$37,984
Median Family Income27,507$82,539
Mean Family Income27,507$108,985
Median Household Income42,154$68,025
Mean Household Income42,154$91,345
Income Deficit27,507$8,450
Wage / Income Gap (%)105,95029.68%
Wage / Income Gap ($)105,95070.32¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index105,9500.46

Earnings by Sex in Flathead County

Average Earnings in Flathead County are $36,003, $43,428 for men and $30,539 for women, a difference of 29.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Flathead County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male30,091 (52.4%)$43,428
Female27,276 (47.5%)$30,539
Total57,367 (100.0%)$36,003

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Flathead County

The most common earnings brackets in Flathead County are $100,000+ for men (3,839 | 12.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (2,676 | 9.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Flathead County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1,038 (3.5%)1,608 (5.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9991,007 (3.4%)1,247 (4.6%)
$5,000 to $7,499856 (2.8%)1,401 (5.1%)
$7,500 to $9,999678 (2.2%)919 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $12,499742 (2.5%)853 (3.1%)
$12,500 to $14,999954 (3.2%)1,078 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $17,499501 (1.7%)747 (2.7%)
$17,500 to $19,999646 (2.1%)869 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,037 (3.5%)1,072 (3.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999709 (2.4%)917 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,805 (6.0%)2,676 (9.8%)
$30,000 to $34,9992,078 (6.9%)2,416 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9991,673 (5.6%)1,736 (6.4%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,646 (5.5%)1,468 (5.4%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,855 (6.2%)1,114 (4.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,583 (5.3%)1,098 (4.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,198 (7.3%)1,635 (6.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,802 (6.0%)869 (3.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,444 (11.5%)1,829 (6.7%)
$100,000+3,839 (12.8%)1,724 (6.3%)
Total30,091 (100.0%)27,276 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Flathead County

Average earnings in Flathead County are $48,430 for men and $33,968 for women, a difference of 29.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $86,481, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $39,180. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,396, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,340.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Flathead County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$39,180$27,353
High School Diploma$41,473$24,340
College or Associate's Degree$46,884$33,141
Bachelor's Degree$55,387$42,010
Graduate Degree$86,481$62,396
Total$48,430$33,968

Family Income in Flathead County

Family Income Brackets in Flathead County

According to the Flathead County family income data, there are 5,446 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.8% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 413 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Flathead County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004131.5%
$10,000 to $14,9994401.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991,1004.0%
$25,000 to $34,9992,1737.9%
$35,000 to $49,9992,7239.9%
$50,000 to $74,9995,44619.8%
$75,000 to $99,9994,34615.8%
$100,000 to $149,9995,33619.4%
$150,000 to $199,9992,86110.4%
$200,000+2,6689.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Flathead County

5-person families (1,700 | 6.2%) account for the highest median family income in Flathead County with $105,530 per family, while 2-person families (15,615 | 56.8%) have the highest median income of $37,268 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Flathead County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families15,615 (56.8%)$74,535
3-Person Families4,907 (17.8%)$84,769
4-Person Families4,147 (15.1%)$99,483
5-Person Families1,700 (6.2%)$105,530
6-Person Families733 (2.7%)$99,107
7+ Person Families405 (1.5%)$82,670
Total27,507 (100.0%)$82,539

Family Income by Number of Earners in Flathead County

The median family income in Flathead County is $82,539, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,825) having the highest median family income of $122,138, while families with no earners (4,479) have the lowest median family income of $55,200, accounting for 10.3% and 16.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Flathead County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners4,479 (16.3%)$55,200
1 Earner8,441 (30.7%)$60,372
2 Earners11,762 (42.8%)$102,964
3+ Earners2,825 (10.3%)$122,138
Total27,507 (100.0%)$82,539

Household Income in Flathead County

Household Income Brackets in Flathead County

With 7,925 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Flathead County, accounting for 18.8% of all households. In contrast, only 1,475 households (3.5%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Flathead County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,4753.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991,6864.0%
$15,000 to $24,9993,3307.9%
$25,000 to $34,9993,9209.3%
$35,000 to $49,9995,22712.4%
$50,000 to $74,9997,92518.8%
$75,000 to $99,9995,90214.0%
$100,000 to $149,9996,23914.8%
$150,000 to $199,9993,2467.7%
$200,000+3,2467.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Flathead County

The median household income in Flathead County is $68,025, with the highest median household income of $76,635 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 14,961 households (35.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,801, with 1,017 households (2.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Flathead County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,017 (2.4%)$48,801
25 to 44 Years12,456 (29.5%)$76,320
45 to 64 Years14,961 (35.5%)$76,635
65+ Years13,720 (32.6%)$49,209
Total42,154 (100.0%)$68,025

Poverty in Flathead County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Flathead County

With 8.6% poverty level for males and 10.0% for females among the residents of Flathead County, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 423 males (15.2%) and 79 females (15.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Flathead County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years423 (15.2%)346 (12.2%)
5 Years49 (6.6%)36 (7.7%)
6 to 11 Years359 (9.3%)353 (9.4%)
12 to 14 Years244 (11.2%)264 (13.0%)
15 Years19 (3.2%)79 (15.9%)
16 and 17 Years131 (8.8%)188 (13.0%)
18 to 24 Years437 (11.4%)471 (13.9%)
25 to 34 Years500 (7.9%)745 (11.7%)
35 to 44 Years549 (8.1%)522 (7.8%)
45 to 54 Years296 (4.6%)428 (7.0%)
55 to 64 Years567 (7.7%)648 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years601 (9.1%)742 (10.6%)
75 Years and over319 (8.8%)411 (10.4%)
Total4,494 (8.6%)5,233 (10.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Flathead County

According to the poverty statistics in Flathead County, males aged 15 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.8% of males and 93.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Flathead County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,352 (84.8%)2,492 (87.8%)
5 Years694 (93.4%)429 (92.3%)
6 to 11 Years3,494 (90.7%)3,385 (90.6%)
12 to 14 Years1,927 (88.8%)1,775 (87.1%)
15 Years583 (96.8%)418 (84.1%)
16 and 17 Years1,363 (91.2%)1,264 (87.1%)
18 to 24 Years3,387 (88.6%)2,923 (86.1%)
25 to 34 Years5,830 (92.1%)5,627 (88.3%)
35 to 44 Years6,269 (91.9%)6,206 (92.2%)
45 to 54 Years6,088 (95.4%)5,697 (93.0%)
55 to 64 Years6,798 (92.3%)7,129 (91.7%)
65 to 74 Years6,014 (90.9%)6,222 (89.3%)
75 Years and over3,291 (91.2%)3,536 (89.6%)
Total48,090 (91.4%)47,103 (90.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Flathead County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Flathead County show that 3.9% or 890 of the total 22,704 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 20.1%, comprising of 44 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.7%, which includes 157 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Flathead County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children14,416 (96.6%)505 (3.4%)
1 or 2 Children5,739 (97.3%)157 (2.7%)
3 or 4 Children1,484 (89.0%)184 (11.0%)
5 or more Children175 (79.9%)44 (20.1%)
Total21,814 (96.1%)890 (3.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Flathead County

According to the poverty data in Flathead County, 4.9% or 82 single-father households and 18.7% or 584 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 households (5.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 103 households (49.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Flathead County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children25 (5.1%)84 (6.8%)
1 or 2 Children56 (5.2%)397 (23.6%)
3 or 4 Children1 (0.9%)103 (49.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (4.9%)584 (18.7%)

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

The poverty data for Flathead County shows that 890 of the married-couple family households (3.9%) and 666 of the single-parent households (13.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (20.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 104 household (32.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Flathead County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children505 (3.4%)109 (6.3%)
1 or 2 Children157 (2.7%)453 (16.4%)
3 or 4 Children184 (11.0%)104 (32.2%)
5 or more Children44 (20.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total890 (3.9%)666 (13.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Flathead County

Employment by Class of Employer in Flathead County

Among the 51,262 employed individuals in Flathead County, private company employees (32,982 | 64.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (5,004 | 9.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (4,224 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Flathead County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees32,98264.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3,1326.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5,0049.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations4,2248.2%
Local Government Employees3,0275.9%
State Government Employees1,3422.6%
Federal Government Employees1,3382.6%
Unpaid Family Workers2130.4%
Total51,262100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Flathead County

According to the labor force statistics for Flathead County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (85,958), 62.6% or 53,810 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 1,722 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 88.1% or 12,005 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.2% or 282 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Flathead County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2,766 (55.0%)282 (10.2%)
20 to 24 Years4,216 (81.4%)291 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Years5,181 (82.6%)212 (4.1%)
30 to 34 Years5,415 (83.7%)87 (1.6%)
35 to 44 Years12,005 (88.1%)240 (2.0%)
45 to 54 Years10,536 (83.9%)148 (1.4%)
55 to 59 Years4,827 (73.1%)135 (2.8%)
60 to 64 Years4,458 (51.8%)214 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years3,664 (26.6%)88 (2.4%)
75 Years and over729 (9.3%)13 (1.8%)
Total53,810 (62.6%)1,722 (3.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Flathead County

According to labor force statistics for Flathead County, 78.4% of individuals (42,443) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (54,136) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 1,019 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 82.1% or 15,550 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.0% or 160 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Flathead County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,777 (73.9%)216 (9.0%)
High School Diploma10,927 (73.7%)415 (2.8%)
College / Associate Degree14,174 (78.9%)341 (1.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher15,550 (82.1%)360 (1.9%)
Total42,443 (78.4%)1,299 (2.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Flathead County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Flathead County are Management (6,951 | 13.4%), Community & Social Service (4,667 | 9.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (3,361 | 6.5%), Health Technologists (2,435 | 4.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (2,427 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Flathead County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Flathead County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (98.7%), Computers & Mathematics (80.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (72.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (69.9%), and Education, Arts & Media (66.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Flathead County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management4,036 (58.1%)2,915 (41.9%)
Business & Financial908 (40.3%)1,345 (59.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,670 (77.3%)491 (22.7%)
Computers & Mathematics743 (80.5%)180 (19.5%)
Architecture & Engineering761 (98.7%)10 (1.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science166 (35.5%)301 (64.4%)
Community & Social Service 1,655 (35.5%)3,012 (64.5%)
Education, Arts & Media271 (33.8%)532 (66.2%)
Legal Services & Support194 (36.0%)345 (64.0%)
Education Instruction & Library680 (28.0%)1,747 (72.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment510 (56.8%)388 (43.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,011 (30.1%)2,350 (69.9%)
Health Technologists822 (33.8%)1,613 (66.2%)
Total (Category)9,280 (47.8%)10,113 (52.1%)
Total (Overall)27,489 (52.8%)24,533 (47.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Flathead County are Food Preparation & Serving (3,561 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,185 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (1,830 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (1,158 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (655 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Flathead County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Flathead County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (78.1%), Security & Protection (68.5%), and Law Enforcement (59.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (79.7%), Personal Care & Service (68.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (58.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Flathead County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support371 (20.3%)1,459 (79.7%)
Security & Protection449 (68.5%)206 (31.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention246 (78.1%)69 (21.9%)
Law Enforcement203 (59.7%)137 (40.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,620 (45.5%)1,941 (54.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance904 (41.4%)1,281 (58.6%)
Personal Care & Service364 (31.4%)794 (68.6%)
Total (Category)3,708 (39.5%)5,681 (60.5%)
Total (Overall)27,489 (52.8%)24,533 (47.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Flathead County are Sales & Related (5,802 | 11.2%), and Office & Administration (5,318 | 10.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Flathead County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Flathead County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2,732 (47.1%)3,070 (52.9%)
Office & Administration946 (17.8%)4,372 (82.2%)
Total (Category)3,678 (33.1%)7,442 (66.9%)
Total (Overall)27,489 (52.8%)24,533 (47.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Flathead County are Construction & Extraction (4,083 | 7.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,544 | 3.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (711 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Flathead County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Flathead County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry510 (71.7%)201 (28.3%)
Construction & Extraction4,019 (98.4%)64 (1.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,504 (97.4%)40 (2.6%)
Total (Category)6,033 (95.2%)305 (4.8%)
Total (Overall)27,489 (52.8%)24,533 (47.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Flathead County are Production (1,960 | 3.8%), Material Moving (1,926 | 3.7%), and Transportation (1,896 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Flathead County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Flathead County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,422 (72.6%)538 (27.5%)
Transportation1,721 (90.8%)175 (9.2%)
Material Moving1,647 (85.5%)279 (14.5%)
Total (Category)4,790 (82.8%)992 (17.2%)
Total (Overall)27,489 (52.8%)24,533 (47.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Flathead County

Employment Industries in Flathead County

The major employment industries in Flathead County include Health Care & Social Assistance (7,501 | 14.4%), Retail Trade (7,185 | 13.8%), Construction (5,631 | 10.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (4,945 | 9.5%), and Manufacturing (3,470 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Flathead County

Employment Industries by Sex in Flathead County

The Flathead County industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (96.5%), and Utilities (95.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (76.1%), Finance & Insurance (68.2%), and Educational Services (62.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Flathead County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting1,385 (78.0%)391 (22.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction384 (96.5%)14 (3.5%)
Construction5,049 (89.7%)582 (10.3%)
Manufacturing2,715 (78.2%)755 (21.8%)
Wholesale Trade369 (55.4%)297 (44.6%)
Retail Trade3,544 (49.3%)3,641 (50.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,268 (84.5%)233 (15.5%)
Utilities271 (95.8%)12 (4.2%)
Information560 (60.9%)360 (39.1%)
Finance & Insurance689 (31.8%)1,477 (68.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing715 (49.6%)726 (50.4%)
Professional & Scientific1,719 (56.3%)1,332 (43.7%)
Enterprise Management15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support1,167 (50.3%)1,151 (49.6%)
Educational Services1,286 (37.2%)2,175 (62.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,793 (23.9%)5,708 (76.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation684 (52.2%)625 (47.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,963 (39.7%)2,982 (60.3%)
Public Administration928 (46.3%)1,077 (53.7%)
Total27,489 (52.8%)24,533 (47.2%)

Education in Flathead County

School Enrollment in Flathead County

The most common levels of schooling among the 20,733 students in Flathead County are middle school (5,377 | 25.9%), elementary school (4,997 | 24.1%), and high school (4,848 | 23.4%).
School Enrollment in Flathead County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1,1015.3%
Kindergarten1,3966.7%
Elementary School4,99724.1%
Middle School5,37725.9%
High School4,84823.4%
College / Undergraduate2,25810.9%
Graduate / Professional7563.6%
Total20,733100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Flathead County

Out of a total of 20,733 students who are enrolled in schools in Flathead County, 3,525 (17.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 17,208 (83.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 491 (52.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,463 (92.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Flathead County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds448 (47.7%)491 (52.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old4,253 (75.9%)1,347 (24.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds5,931 (87.5%)844 (12.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3,463 (92.3%)288 (7.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds953 (84.6%)173 (15.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds877 (86.5%)137 (13.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds556 (78.0%)157 (22.0%)
35 Years and over720 (88.3%)95 (11.7%)
Total17,208 (83.0%)3,525 (17.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Flathead County

Business (5,418 | 18.7%), education (3,922 | 13.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (3,440 | 11.9%), science & technology (2,883 | 10.0%), and social sciences (2,114 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 28,957 individuals in Flathead County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Flathead County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,0863.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3,44011.9%
Physical & Health Sciences8072.8%
Psychology1,3224.6%
Social Sciences2,1147.3%
Engineering1,4785.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies1770.6%
Science & Technology2,88310.0%
Business5,41818.7%
Education3,92213.5%
Literature & Languages1,1073.8%
Liberal Arts & History1,2234.2%
Visual & Performing Arts1,2884.4%
Communications9813.4%
Arts & Humanities1,7115.9%
Total28,957100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Flathead County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Flathead County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Flathead County are males with 2 vehicles (10,671, accounting for 39.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (9,844, making up 44.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Flathead County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle353 (1.3%)556 (2.3%)
1 Vehicle3,752 (14.0%)3,484 (14.4%)
2 Vehicles10,671 (39.7%)9,844 (40.8%)
3 Vehicles6,551 (24.4%)5,462 (22.7%)
4 Vehicles3,473 (12.9%)2,932 (12.2%)
5 or more Vehicles2,090 (7.8%)1,835 (7.6%)
Total26,890 (100.0%)24,113 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Flathead County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Flathead County are 10 to 14 minutes (8,076 commuters, 18.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (7,593 commuters, 17.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (7,164 commuters, 16.2%).
Commute Time in Flathead County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,8614.2%
5 to 9 Minutes7,16416.2%
10 to 14 Minutes8,07618.3%
15 to 19 Minutes7,59317.2%
20 to 24 Minutes6,39014.4%
25 to 29 Minutes2,7866.3%
30 to 34 Minutes6,68115.1%
35 to 39 Minutes6541.5%
40 to 44 Minutes6461.5%
45 to 59 Minutes1,3443.0%
60 to 89 Minutes6371.4%
90 or more Minutes3910.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Flathead County

The most common commute times in Flathead County are 15 to 19 minutes (4,063 commuters, 17.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (4,201 commuters, 19.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Flathead County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes925 (4.0%)936 (4.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes3,714 (16.2%)3,450 (16.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes3,875 (16.9%)4,201 (19.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes4,063 (17.7%)3,530 (16.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes3,349 (14.6%)3,041 (14.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,402 (6.1%)1,384 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes3,524 (15.3%)3,157 (14.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes411 (1.8%)243 (1.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes395 (1.7%)251 (1.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes689 (3.0%)655 (3.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes397 (1.7%)240 (1.1%)
90 or more Minutes208 (0.9%)183 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Flathead County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Flathead County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (4,357, 19.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (4,221, 19.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Flathead County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,215 (5.3%)412 (1.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM668 (2.9%)431 (2.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,052 (4.6%)584 (2.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2,041 (8.9%)1,255 (5.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM2,849 (12.4%)1,565 (7.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3,061 (13.3%)2,577 (12.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4,357 (19.0%)4,221 (19.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM2,388 (10.4%)2,663 (12.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1,167 (5.1%)1,682 (7.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,119 (4.9%)1,978 (9.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM489 (2.1%)1,011 (4.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM420 (1.8%)459 (2.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,228 (5.3%)1,044 (4.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM898 (3.9%)1,389 (6.5%)
Total22,952 (100.0%)21,271 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Flathead County

Occupancy by Ownership in Flathead County

Of the total 42,154 dwellings in Flathead County, owner-occupied units account for 31,328 (74.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 10,826 (25.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Flathead County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units31,32874.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units10,82625.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units42,154100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Flathead County

Occupancy by Household Size in Flathead County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household12,20028.9%
2-Person Household17,17940.7%
3-Person Household5,02411.9%
4+ Person Household7,75118.4%
Total Housing Units42,154100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Flathead County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Flathead County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household7,243 (59.4%)4,957 (40.6%)
2-Person Household13,994 (81.5%)3,185 (18.5%)
3-Person Household3,844 (76.5%)1,180 (23.5%)
4+ Person Household6,247 (80.6%)1,504 (19.4%)
Total Housing Units31,328 (74.3%)10,826 (25.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Flathead County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Flathead County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School630 (47.6%)693 (52.4%)
High School Diploma6,714 (67.5%)3,232 (32.5%)
College/Associate Degree10,903 (73.1%)4,015 (26.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher13,081 (81.9%)2,886 (18.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Flathead County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Flathead County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6,76616.1%
35 to 44 Years6,70715.9%
45 to 54 Years6,48015.4%
55 to 64 Years8,48120.1%
65 to 74 Years8,48320.1%
75 to 84 Years4,0369.6%
85 Years and Over1,2012.9%
Total42,154100.0%

Housing Finances in Flathead County

Median Income by Occupancy in Flathead County

Median Income by Occupancy in Flathead County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied31,328 (74.3%)$78,134
Renter-Occupied10,826 (25.7%)$40,673
Average42,154 (100.0%)$68,025

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Flathead County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Flathead County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000663 (2.1%)211 (1.9%)
$5,000 to $9,999434 (1.4%)152 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999685 (2.2%)1,006 (9.3%)
$15,000 to $19,999620 (2.0%)983 (9.1%)
$20,000 to $24,999956 (3.0%)752 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,351 (7.5%)1,568 (14.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9993,677 (11.7%)1,562 (14.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,673 (18.1%)2,252 (20.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,803 (15.3%)1,086 (10.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9995,489 (17.5%)743 (6.9%)
$150,000 or more5,977 (19.1%)511 (4.7%)
Total31,328 (100.0%)10,826 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Flathead County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Flathead County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,698 (5.4%)421 (3.9%)
$300 to $4994,310 (13.8%)602 (5.6%)
$500 to $7995,249 (16.8%)1,930 (17.8%)
$800 to $9992,546 (8.1%)1,842 (17.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4994,698 (15.0%)3,489 (32.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9995,665 (18.1%)1,171 (10.8%)
$2,000 to $2,4993,711 (11.8%)269 (2.5%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,562 (5.0%)184 (1.7%)
$3,000 or more1,889 (6.0%)164 (1.5%)
Total31,328 (100.0%)10,826 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Flathead County

Housing Structures in Flathead County

Housing Structures in Flathead County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached30,38072.1%
Single Unit, Attached1,9654.7%
2 Unit Apartments9682.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,4323.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,1032.6%
10 or more Apartments2,1715.1%
Mobile Home / Other4,1359.8%
Total42,154100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Flathead County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Flathead County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached26,360 (86.8%)4,020 (13.2%)
Single Unit, Attached1,219 (62.0%)746 (38.0%)
2 Unit Apartments194 (20.0%)774 (80.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments245 (17.1%)1,187 (82.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments172 (15.6%)931 (84.4%)
10 or more Apartments58 (2.7%)2,113 (97.3%)
Mobile Home / Other3,080 (74.5%)1,055 (25.5%)
Total31,328 (74.3%)10,826 (25.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Flathead County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Flathead County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room249 (0.8%)602 (5.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms1,347 (4.3%)2,984 (27.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms9,848 (31.4%)4,907 (45.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms10,864 (34.7%)1,506 (13.9%)
8 or more Rooms9,020 (28.8%)827 (7.6%)
Total31,328 (100.0%)10,826 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Flathead County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Flathead County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas15,111 (48.2%)3,181 (29.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3,179 (10.2%)602 (5.6%)
Electricity9,393 (30.0%)6,376 (58.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene191 (0.6%)41 (0.4%)
Coal or Coke14 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels3,396 (10.8%)565 (5.2%)
No Fuel Used44 (0.1%)61 (0.6%)
Total31,328 (100.0%)10,826 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Flathead County

Household Vehicle Usage in Flathead County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle356 (1.1%)1,184 (10.9%)
1 Vehicle6,050 (19.3%)5,044 (46.6%)
2 Vehicles14,100 (45.0%)3,176 (29.3%)
3 or more Vehicles10,822 (34.5%)1,422 (13.1%)
Total31,328 (100.0%)10,826 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Flathead County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Flathead County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units12,68318,645
Median Property Value$390,800$425,200
Median Household Income$55,898$4,673
Monthly Housing Costs$526$1,873
Real Estate Taxes$2,651$362

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Flathead County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Flathead County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0001,211 (9.6%)465 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999567 (4.5%)287 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,923 (23.1%)4,208 (22.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9993,183 (25.1%)6,814 (36.5%)
$500,000 to $749,9992,470 (19.5%)3,866 (20.7%)
$750,000 to $999,999880 (6.9%)1,769 (9.5%)
$1,000,000 or more1,449 (11.4%)1,236 (6.6%)
Total12,683 (100.0%)18,645 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Flathead County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Flathead County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000916 (7.2%)156 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,430 (11.3%)181 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,514 (11.9%)831 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,900 (15.0%)837 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,588 (20.4%)1,777 (9.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,480 (11.7%)3,085 (16.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,551 (12.2%)3,323 (17.8%)
$150,000 or more1,304 (10.3%)3,938 (21.1%)
Total12,683 (100.0%)18,645 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Flathead County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Flathead County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x2,158 (17.0%)94,595 (507.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,038 (8.2%)2,317 (12.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x968 (7.6%)3,323 (17.8%)
4.0x or more8,286 (65.3%)2,861 (15.3%)
Total12,683 (100.0%)18,645 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Flathead County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Flathead County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,624 (12.8%)46 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,4991,098 (8.7%)773 (4.2%)
$800 to $1,4999,308 (73.4%)1,589 (8.5%)
Total12,683 (100.0%)18,645 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Flathead County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Flathead County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Flathead County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years6,614 (95.4%)317 (4.6%)
6 to 18 Years16,144 (93.9%)1,045 (6.1%)
19 to 25 Years6,173 (87.5%)883 (12.5%)
26 to 34 Years9,783 (84.2%)1,833 (15.8%)
35 to 44 Years11,550 (85.3%)1,996 (14.7%)
45 to 54 Years10,941 (87.5%)1,568 (12.5%)
55 to 64 Years13,592 (89.8%)1,550 (10.2%)
65 to 74 Years13,518 (99.6%)61 (0.4%)
75 Years and older7,541 (99.8%)16 (0.2%)
Total95,856 (91.2%)9,269 (8.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Flathead County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Flathead County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born6,614 (95.4%)317 (4.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen16,144 (93.9%)1,045 (6.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6,173 (87.5%)883 (12.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Flathead County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Flathead County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0008,891 (89.1%)1,085 (10.9%)
$25,000 to $49,99916,331 (89.4%)1,929 (10.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99917,613 (87.3%)2,568 (12.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99914,261 (91.6%)1,310 (8.4%)
$100,000 and over38,228 (94.3%)2,333 (5.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Flathead County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Flathead County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 63,368 (48.6%)3,332 (48.1%)
6 to 18 Years7,596 (44.2%)9,346 (54.4%)
19 to 25 Years1,363 (19.3%)5,073 (71.9%)
25 to 34 Years2,415 (20.8%)7,860 (67.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,651 (19.6%)9,200 (67.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,994 (15.9%)9,553 (76.4%)
55 to 64 Years2,891 (19.1%)11,516 (76.0%)
65 to 74 Years13,053 (96.1%)8,097 (59.6%)
75 Years and over7,501 (99.3%)4,498 (59.5%)
Total42,832 (40.7%)68,475 (65.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Flathead County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Flathead County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years501 (5.6%)359 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years678 (6.7%)568 (5.8%)
35 to 64 Years2,446 (11.9%)1,816 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,461 (22.1%)1,098 (15.8%)
75 Years and over1,588 (44.0%)1,574 (39.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Flathead County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Flathead County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years55 (0.6%)8 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years109 (1.1%)137 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years798 (3.9%)288 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years901 (13.6%)302 (4.3%)
75 Years and over1,342 (37.2%)693 (17.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Flathead County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years32 (0.4%)7 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years68 (0.7%)156 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years283 (1.4%)209 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years202 (3.0%)245 (3.5%)
75 Years and over149 (4.1%)258 (6.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Flathead County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years380 (4.2%)299 (3.6%)
18 to 34 Years494 (4.9%)291 (3.0%)
35 to 64 Years728 (3.5%)741 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years235 (3.5%)338 (4.9%)
75 Years and over463 (12.8%)422 (10.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Flathead County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years38 (0.4%)59 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years3 (0.0%)51 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years1,034 (5.0%)1,079 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years576 (8.7%)715 (10.3%)
75 Years and over601 (16.7%)1,145 (29.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Flathead County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years114 (1.3%)55 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years189 (0.9%)218 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years58 (0.9%)161 (2.3%)
75 Years and over212 (5.9%)441 (11.2%)

Technology Access in Flathead County

Computing Device Access in Flathead County

Computing Device Access in Flathead County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop34,53181.9%
Smartphone36,40086.4%
Tablet23,98556.9%
No Computing Device2,8186.7%
Total42,154100.0%

Internet Access in Flathead County

Internet Access in Flathead County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet2150.5%
Broadband Home27,98166.4%
Cellular Data Only7,23817.2%
Satellite Internet2,8986.9%
No Internet4,65211.0%
Total42,154100.0%

Flathead County Summary

Flathead County is located in the western part of the state of Montana, in the United States. It is bordered by Lake County to the north, Lincoln County to the east, Sanders County to the south, and the Flathead Indian Reservation to the west. The county seat is Kalispell, and the largest city is Whitefish. The county was established in 1893 and named for the Flathead Indians, who were the original inhabitants of the area.

Geography

Flathead County covers an area of 5,256 square miles, making it the fourth largest county in Montana. The county is located in the Rocky Mountains, and is home to the Flathead National Forest, which covers 1.8 million acres. The county is also home to the Flathead River, which runs through the county from north to south. The county is home to several mountain ranges, including the Swan Range, the Mission Range, and the Whitefish Range. The highest point in the county is Mount Stimson, which has an elevation of 9,838 feet.
The climate of Flathead County is generally mild, with cold winters and warm summers. The average annual temperature is 44 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is 16 inches.

Economy

The economy of Flathead County is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The county is home to several ski resorts, including Whitefish Mountain Resort and Big Mountain Ski Resort. The county is also home to several wineries, breweries, and distilleries. Agriculture is also an important part of the economy, with the county producing hay, wheat, barley, and other crops.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Flathead County was 90,928. The population is predominantly white, with 87.3% of the population identifying as white. The largest ethnic group is German, with 11.3% of the population identifying as German. Other ethnic groups include Native American (4.2%), Irish (3.2%), English (2.7%), and Norwegian (2.3%).
The median household income in Flathead County is $48,845, and the median home value is $219,400. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, and the poverty rate is 11.3%.

Conclusion

Flathead County is a large county in western Montana, with a population of 90,928. The economy of the county is largely based on tourism and agriculture, and the county is home to several ski resorts, wineries, breweries, and distilleries. The population is predominantly white, with the largest ethnic group being German. The median household income is $48,845, and the median home value is $219,400. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, and the poverty rate is 11.3%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Flathead County?
Total Population of Flathead County is 105,950.
What is the Total Male Population of Flathead County?
Total Male Population of Flathead County is 53,095.
What is the Total Female Population of Flathead County?
Total Female Population of Flathead County is 52,855.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Flathead County?
There are 100.45 Males per 100 Females in Flathead County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Flathead County?
There are 99.55 Females per 100 Males in Flathead County.
What is the Median Population Age in Flathead County?
Median Population Age in Flathead County is 42.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Flathead County
Average Family Size in Flathead County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Flathead County
Average Household Size in Flathead County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Flathead County?
Per Capita income in Flathead County is $37,984.
What is the Median Family Income in Flathead County?
Median Family Income in Flathead County is $82,539.
What is the Median Household income in Flathead County?
Median Household Income in Flathead County is $68,025.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Flathead County?
Income or Wage Gap in Flathead County is 29.7%.
Women in Flathead County earn 70.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Flathead County?
Family Income Deficit in Flathead County is $8,450.
Families that are below poverty line in Flathead County earn $8,450 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Flathead County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Flathead County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Flathead County?
There are 53,810 People in the Labor Forcein in Flathead County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Flathead County?
62.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Flathead County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Flathead County?
Unemployment Rate in Flathead County is 3.2%.