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Kalispell, MT Micro Area

Kalispell, MT · Micro Area

110,695Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$73,925
Median home value
$535,500
Land area
5,088 sq mi
22 people per sq mi

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Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Flathead County, MTCentral110,695$73,925$535,500

Largest cities and towns

19 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Kalispell, MTCity28,504$63,415
Evergreen, MTCDP9,611$76,446
Whitefish, MTCity8,749$73,811
Columbia Falls, MTCity5,615$75,766
Bigfork, MTCDP5,565$85,307
Lakeside, MTCDP2,386$77,435
Somers, MTCDP1,280$56,917
Marion, MTCDP1,037$65,250
Helena Flats, MTCDP857$93,625
Batavia, MTCDP690$46,995
Hungry Horse, MTCDP679$53,056
Coram, MTCDP452$63,388
Kila, MTCDP373$96,607
Martin City, MTCDP342$56,473
Forest Hill Village, MTCDP315$25,977
West Glacier, MTCDP263$90,000
Olney, MTCDP158$57,989
Little Bitterroot Lake, MTCDP156—
Niarada, MTCDP10—

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
9.3%
Unemployment
2.9%
College Educated
37.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$73,925
Mean Household Income
$99,728

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
50.1%
Female
49.9%

Population Split

Male50.1%
Female49.9%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German20.8%
English16.8%
Irish13.3%
Scottish3.3%
Italian3.1%
French2.6%
Mexican1.9%
Polish1.6%
African0.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

2.8%Foreign Born
97.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized61.4%
Non-Citizen38.6%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later26.8%
Before 201073.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
51,680
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Median Home Value
$535,500
Median Year Built
1991

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
21,451
College Enrollment
10.8%
High School
23.8%
College Educated
37.2%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
19.6 min
Drive Alone Rate
71.5%
Public Transit
0.1%
Work From Home
15.8%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
21.6%
18-34 Years
18.9%
35-64 Years
38.4%
65+ Years
21.1%

Population Composition

Under 1821.6%
18-3418.9%
35-6438.4%
65+21.1%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
52.1%
Single Parent
3.5%
Living Alone
29.2%
Avg Size
2.47

Household Types

Married Couples52.1%
Single Parent3.5%
Living Alone29.2%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$41,557
SNAP Usage
6.5%
Health Insurance
90.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k14.1%
$25k - $50k19.2%
$50k - $100k31.5%
$100k+35.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
6.2%
Retail Trade
12.9%
Education & Health Care
21.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

11.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

90.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
91.2%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
94.9%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
91.6
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
70.4
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.