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Carbon County, MT market data
How Carbon County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 11,466
- +9.1% since 2020
- Households
- 4,664
- Median household income
- $80,261
- +36.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $420,800
- Jobs located here
- 3,093
- Highest market score
- 91
- Gyms, studios and classes, #11 of 2,088 scored counties
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What this means
Carbon County has an estimated 11,466 people and 4,664 households. Population estimates show Carbon County grew 9.1% from 2020 to 2025, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Carbon County is $80,261, in line with the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 36.7%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Carbon County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 138, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on clothing, shoes and related services (87).
Of the business types scored in Carbon County, gyms and studios (91); salons, barbers and spas (84); and medical and dental practices (83) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For gyms and studios, that ranks #11 of 2,088 scored counties.
Carbon County is part of the Billings metro area. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for gas stations (2.4 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (59% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Carbon County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Carbon County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gyms, studios and classes | 91 | #11 of 2,088 | 5 | 10.7 | $1M | 153 | Under 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 84 | #43 of 2,385 | 13 | 27.9 | $359K | 169 | Under 3 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 83 | #65 of 2,394 | 16 | 34.3 | $372K | 244 | Under 3 |
| Hair salons | 78 | #108 of 2,339 | 9 | 19.3 | $519K | 121 | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 75 | #238 of 2,222 | 6 | 12.9 | $3M | 100 | 6 |
| Auto repair and car care | 74 | #247 of 2,401 | 16 | 34.3 | $384K | 143 | 9 |
| Insurance agencies | 74 | #358 of 2,272 | 5 | 10.7 | $2.2M | 177 | 4 |
| Auto repair shops | 66 | #493 of 2,378 | 11 | 23.6 | $559K | 126 | 9 |
| Gas stations | 59 | #815 of 2,358 | 12 | 25.7 | $1.3M | 55 | 5 |
| Pet businesses | 53 | #972 of 2,200 | 8 | 17.2 | $568K | 65 | 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 50 | #1,059 of 2,176 | 13 | 27.9 | Index only | 118 | 9 |
| Child care and preschools | 47 | #912 of 1,611 | 5 | 10.7 | $608K | 61 | 4 |
| Real estate | 47 | #1,241 of 2,229 | 17 | 36.4 | Index only | 113 | 20 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 42 | #1,533 of 2,402 | 14 | 30.0 | $2M | 59 | 6 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 40 | #1,269 of 1,771 | 5 | 10.7 | $1.2M | 73 | 11 |
| Grocery stores | 38 | #1,445 of 2,070 | 7 | 15.0 | $4M | 43 | 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 38 | #1,481 of 2,087 | 9 | 19.3 | $930K | 73 | 5 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 38 | #1,606 of 2,210 | 13 | 27.9 | $644K | 73 | 5 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 37 | #1,419 of 1,889 | 7 | 15.0 | $2.6M | 63 | 5 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 36 | #1,569 of 2,063 | 10 | 21.4 | $1.8M | 49 | 5 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 36 | #1,817 of 2,405 | 39 | 83.6 | $468K | 70 | 23 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 35 | #1,854 of 2,405 | 84 | 180.1 | $217K | 59 | 34 |
| Convenience stores | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.6 | $7M | 89 | 3 |
| Home repair trades | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.6 | $3.3M | 135 | 18 |
| Pizza | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.6 | $4.6M | 90 | 6 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.6 | $1.1M | 42 | 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.4 | $2M | 69 | 7 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.4 | $1.7M | 84 | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.4 | $2M | 83 | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.4 | $1.6M | 178 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.3 | $3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.3 | $401K | Too few | Under 3 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.3 | $2.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.3 | $6.6M | Too few | 10 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.3 | $2.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.3 | $2.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.3 | Index only | Too few | 6 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.3 | $6.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $4.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $6.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $6.1M | Too few | 4 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $6.1M | Too few | 4 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $8.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $6.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.1 | $6.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 8 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Carbon County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $6.1M | $1,319 | 138 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $15.6M | $3,355 | 129 |
| Food away from home | $18.2M | $3,912 | 96 |
| Groceries | $28.1M | $6,024 | 95 |
| Personal care products and services | $4.7M | $1,002 | 100 |
| Child care and other personal services | $3M | $652 | 112 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $5.1M | $1,087 | 111 |
| Medical and dental services | $6M | $1,278 | 99 |
| Pets | $4.5M | $973 | 107 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $8.4M | $1,794 | 87 |
| Vehicle insurance | $11.1M | $2,378 | 122 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $13.2M | $2,820 | 93 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $6.1M | $1,306 | 92 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $83.3M | $17,857 | 107 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Carbon County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 11,466+9.1% since 2020
- Households
- 4,664
- Median age
- 51.1
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 78%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.4
- Land area
- 2,048 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 5
- Median household income
- $80,261+36.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $104,457
- Median home value
- $420,800
- Jobs located here
- 3,093
- Daytime population
- 9,712Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Carbon County?
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Questions
How fast is Carbon County, MT growing?
Population estimates put Carbon County at 11,466 people in 2025, up 9.1% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 4,664 households. Median household income rose 36.7% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Carbon County, MT spend?
Households in Carbon County spend about $83.3M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $28.1M on groceries and $18.2M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Carbon County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 138, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on clothing, shoes and related services (87).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Carbon County, MT?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Carbon County are for gyms and studios (91); salons, barbers and spas (84); and medical and dental practices (83). Carbon County ranks #11 of 2,088 scored counties for gyms and studios.
How does Carbon County, MT compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Carbon County is $80,261 a year, in line with the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 9.1% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $420,800, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Carbon County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for gas stations (2.4 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (59% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 22 of the 56 business types have a score in Carbon County, each ranked against other counties.
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