Billings

MT

Yellowstone County, Montana

Population 169K |Median income $76,570 |2 hospitals

Population
168,957
Yellowstone County
Median Income
$76,570
+13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$349,500
+53% vs avg
Median Age
39
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
169K+13%
Median Income
$76,570+49%
Median Home Value
$349,500+93%
Poverty Rate
9.2%-25%
Unemployment
3.4%-36%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Poverty Rate
9.2% -35% vs avg
Unemployment 3.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.1%
Work From Home 8.9%
Public Transit 1%

Population

White 85.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 6.3%
Asian 0.8%
African American 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
34.7%
Obesity
34%
High Blood Pressure
31.7%
Physical Inactivity
20.8%
Binge Drinking
20.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.6%
Current Smoking
13.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Current Asthma
10.7%
Diabetes
9.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 74.8%
Dental Visit 62%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
BILLINGS CLINIC
BILLINGS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH ST VINCENT REGIONAL HOSPITAL
BILLINGS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Billings Area 6

Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland Areas Through Tuesday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Montana's Rocky Mountain Front and Adjacent Plains

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for North Central Montana with Gusts Up to 65 MPH

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Southwest Phillips County Through Tuesday Evening

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Snow Squall Warning Issued for Lake and Sanders Counties in Northwestern Montana

NOAA · 6d ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Judith Basin and Fergus Counties Through Midnight

NOAA · 6d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Billings, MT? ▼
Billings, MT has a population of 168,957 people, located in Yellowstone County, Montana.
What is the median household income in Billings? ▼
The median household income in Billings, MT is $76,570 per year. The poverty rate is 9.2%.
What is the median home value in Billings? ▼
The median home value in Billings, MT is $349,500. Median rent is $1,131/month.
What are the top health concerns in Billings? ▼
The top health indicators in Billings include Short Sleep Duration (34.7%), Obesity (34%), High Blood Pressure (31.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Billings? ▼
Billings has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Billings? ▼
The median age in Billings, MT is 39 years. 34.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Billings, MT is located in Yellowstone County, Montana. With a population of 169K and a median household income of $76,570, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Billings area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Yellowstone County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.